Name: Thigh Lift
Brand: Marina Plastic Surgery

COSMETIC SURGERY TO CURE “SKIRT ENVY”

Shapely legs are a distinctive feature of health, vitality, and beauty. Our cosmetic surgery patients believe that wearing shorts and skirts is almost a requirement of the excellent weather we are fortunate to enjoy year-round. Being physically active or participating in outdoor activities in long pants can be cumbersome, if not restrictive, and possibly depressing. At Marina Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles thigh lifts are performed with a focus on achieving both attractive aesthetics and comfortable contours. If fat deposits and loose skin are causing you problems, they can offer their professional guidance and highly-skilled technique to help.

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What is a thigh lift?

A thigh lift in Los Angeles removes excess fat, tightens the skin, and re-contours the upper leg, usually with concealable scars. Thigh lifts can be combined with other procedures like liposuction or a tummy tuck. Many thigh lifts are performed on the inner thigh, but thigh lifts also can be performed on the outer thigh or included with a buttock lift.

Types of Thigh Lift

Thigh-lift names describe different areas and patterns of skin removal. The useful question is where your skin is loose and how far that looseness extends. Your surgeon will show you the proposed incision and explain which areas it can improve.

Mini Thigh Lift

A mini thigh lift treats a limited amount of loose skin high on the inner thigh. The incision is concentrated near the groin crease. It can suit a small upper-thigh fold, but it cannot provide the same correction farther down the leg as a longer lift.

Inner or Medial Thigh Lift

An inner thigh lift addresses laxity along the inner leg. A groin-crease incision may be sufficient for some patterns of loose skin. When laxity extends toward the knee, a vertical incision along the inner thigh may also be needed. The scar is longer because the area requiring correction is larger.

Outer Thigh Lift

An outer thigh lift improves loose tissue along the outer thighs and hips. It may be incorporated into a body lift when skin laxity extends around the lower trunk. The incision can continue around the hip rather than remain confined to the inner thigh.

Posterior and Spiral Thigh Lifts

A posterior thigh lift focuses on loose tissue at the back of the upper thigh, near the buttock crease. A spiral lift describes a broader approach to laxity around multiple surfaces of the upper thigh and adjacent buttock.

These terms are not used identically by every surgeon. Ask which areas would be lifted, where each scar would lie, and whether the proposed operation includes the buttocks or hips. Your Marina surgeon will recommend an approach based on the examination; the name alone does not define the operation.

Is There a Scarless Thigh Lift?

Removing excess skin requires incisions and leaves scars. “Scarless thigh lift” is a marketing term sometimes used for fat reduction or energy-based tightening rather than surgical skin removal.

Liposuction can reduce thigh fullness when skin elasticity is sufficient. Skin-tightening treatments may improve mild laxity, but they cannot remove a substantial hanging fold. Some treatments described as scarless still require small access incisions. Ask exactly what is being done and what degree of change is realistic.

What are the benefits of a thigh lift?

Being able to wear shorts or skirts again, feeling the sun on your legs, and finding freedom of movement from unwanted fat and skin deposits can dramatically improve your quality of life. To learn more about benefits and other information about Thigh Lifts Los Angeles patients can receive a private consultation by requesting an appointment online and schedule a visit during one of the select times our surgeons have set aside exclusively for Web visitors.

Am I a good candidate for a thigh lift?

Sometimes no matter how many miles you walk or how many salads you eat, you just can’t get rid of those pockets of unsightly fat on your lower body. Gravity and aging are other factors that contribute to the loss of shape and contour. For others who have lost a significant amount of weight, the skin can sag, ripple, and fold in ways that cannot be remedied except with surgery. Thigh lift cosmetic surgery may be a good option for many women and men who find themselves in these situations.

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Your Thigh Lift Procedure

During your thigh lift operation, an anesthetic will be administered by a doctor for your comfort. Intravenous sedation and general anesthesia are both viable choices. Your healthcare provider will advise you on the best course of action. Different incision patterns are utilized based on the areas, extent of correction needed, and discussions with your Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon outlined in your treatment plan.

Thigh Lift Scars and Incision Placement

The incision pattern follows the area of loose skin. A crease-based scar can be less visible in underwear, while a vertical inner-thigh scar may remain visible in shorts. A larger lift can extend around the hip or beneath the buttock. No incision can be promised to disappear.

Scars may look pink, firm, or raised early in healing and gradually soften over many months. Your skin, genetics, wound healing, and tension on the incision influence the final appearance. Scars can widen or become raised, and some require additional treatment.

Before surgery, review scar placement while discussing your usual clothing and activities. After surgery, follow your surgeon’s instructions for walking, sitting, exercise, and scar care. Apply silicone products or begin massage only when your team says the incision is ready.

Thigh Lift Recovery

Your newly sculpted contours are supported and helped by sutures positioned deep within the underlying tissues.

The skin incisions may be closed with sutures, skin adhesive tapes, or clips. Despite initial swelling and bruising, the smoother, tighter contouring that a thigh lift produces is instantly noticeable. To temporarily drain any extra fluid or blood that may have accumulated, tiny, thin tubes may be temporarily inserted under the skin. To learn more about the outcomes of thigh lifts Marina Del Rey patients can schedule a consultation today.

The outcome of your surgery depends on you following your doctor's recommendations. During the healing process, it's crucial that the surgical incisions not be subjected to an excessive amount of strain, swelling, abrasion, or motion. You'll receive detailed instructions from your doctor on how to take care of yourself.

Thigh Lift Results

After a thigh lift, the benefits are almost immediately apparent. The final results, however, might not be completely developed for several months.

Skin quality is enhanced both in terms of appearance and feel after a thigh lift in Los Angeles, performed at our practice. Even though there will be some noticeable scarring, the overall results are durable as long as you keep your weight constant and stay physically healthy. It is normal for your body to lose some firmness as you become older. The majority of your first improvement should still be there. Although positive outcomes from your operation are anticipated, there is no assurance. In some cases, a single surgical treatment might not be sufficient to produce the best results, and a second surgery can be required.

Thigh Lift Before and After

Before-and-after photographs are most useful when they show the same type of thigh lift you are considering. During your consultation, ask to review comparable cases and discuss scar location, remaining skin texture, and the time between surgery and the postoperative photograph. A result from a combined body lift may differ from an isolated inner thigh lift.

How Much Does a Thigh Lift Cost in Los Angeles?

Thigh lift cost depends on the extent of correction, incision pattern, surgeon, and operating time. A limited upper-inner-thigh lift and a procedure extending toward the knee involve different amounts of surgery. Adding liposuction or a body lift also changes the estimate.

Marina will review surgical fees after your consultation. Ask which anesthesia, facility, garment, medication, and follow-up costs are included, as well as any separate charges. Financing options are available for qualified applicants, subject to lender approval and terms.

Why Choose Marina Plastic Surgery for a Thigh Lift?

A thigh lift needs to account for movement as well as shape. Your surgeon examines how loose skin sits when you stand and how the proposed repair will be affected by walking, sitting, and tension near the groin.

Dr. Justin Perez, Marina’s Chief Medical Officer, is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Planning includes the boundary between the thighs, hips, and buttocks, so you understand which changes belong to a thigh lift and which would require a broader operation. The consultation also makes room for the scar tradeoff and the practical help you will need during recovery.

Schedule your Los Angeles Thigh Lift consultation at Marina Plastic Surgery today

Healthy, vibrant, and beautiful people typically have legs that are in good shape. Shorts and skirts, according to our Los Angeles surgical patients, are practically a required part of our uniform due to the great weather we have all year round. Learn how a thigh lift can make your thighs look younger. We strive to deliver the best thigh lift Los Angeles has to offer. Make an appointment for a thigh lift at Marina Plastic Surgery right away!

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Thigh Lift FAQs

Will a thigh lift hurt?

Compared to other treatments, a thigh lift is typically not too uncomfortable. At the time of operation, we attempt to lessen pain by saturating the area with both short- and long-acting local anesthetics.

What are the risks of a thigh lift?

Your plastic surgeon will thoroughly explain any complications of surgery. Risks associated with thigh lift surgery may include anesthesia dangers, asymmetry, excessive bleeding, problems related to cardiac, pulmonary, deep vein thrombosis, and necrosis of fatty tissue.

Does my insurance cover it?

Medical insurance does not cover a thigh lift because it is considered a cosmetic procedure. However, Marina Plastic Surgery offers payment and financing options for your convenience.

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