Thigh Lift (Thighplasty)

Thigh Lift – At a Glance

Aspect	Details / What to Expect
Procedure	Thigh Lift (Thighplasty)
Anaesthesia	General anaesthesia
Duration	~2–4 hours (depending on extent)
Hospital Stay	Short overnight or day clinic (case dependent)
Return to Daily Activities	~10–14 days
Full Recovery	~6–12 weeks
Incisions	Well-planned, discreet placement based on needs
Ideal For	Excess skin / laxity after weight loss or ageing

Thigh Lift

What Is a Thigh Lift?

A thigh lift — also called thighplasty — is a surgical body-contouring procedure designed to reshape and tighten the thighs by removing excess, sagging skin and, when necessary, redistributing underlying tissues

This procedure is particularly beneficial for patients who:

✓ Have lost significant weight and have excess thigh skin
✓ Observe age-related laxity in the inner and/or outer thighs
✓ Experience chafing, irritation, or discomfort due to loose skin
✓ Seek improved thigh contour and smoother silhouette

Thigh lift surgery can be tailored to the inner, outer, or both thigh regions depending on your anatomy and aesthetic goals.

How the Procedure Works

Preoperative Assessment
- Clinical evaluation of skin quality, fat distribution, and muscle structure
- Discussion of aesthetic goals and personalised surgical planning
Anaesthesia
- Performed under general anaesthesia for comfort and safety
Incision Design

Incision location depends on the extent of laxity:
- Inner Thigh Lift: Incision runs along the groin fold
- Extended / Outer Thigh Lift: Incision may extend along the hip or flank
- Combination Approaches: Tailored to achieve optimal contour
Tissue Removal & Redraping
- Excess skin and tissue are carefully removed
- Thigh tissues are reshaped and lifted to create smoother contours
Closure & Dressings
- Meticulous suturing supports healing and minimises visible scarring
- Dressings and compression garments support the contour as tissues settle