What is Thigh Lift Surgery ?

Due to factors such as age, genetics, excessive weight gain and loss, sagging, size and deformities may occur in the thighs as a result of decreased skin elasticity and an increase or decrease insubcutaneous fat tissue. These deformations, which cause the person to look old and unhealthy, can be corrected with thigh lift surgery. With a thigh lift, the person can have smoother, more taut and younger looking thighs

Why Do Thighs Sagging ?

Processes that cause rapid weight loss such as heavy diets and stomach reduction will cause sagging in the thighs as well as in the whole body. In addition, sagging on the thighs may occur due to environmental and hereditary reasons such as aging and overexposure to sunlight

This situation not only creates anaesthetically pleasing image, but also negatively affects the psychology of the person

Before Surgery

As in all surgeries, a detailed doctor examination should be made beforehand and all details should be explained to the patient about the surgery

In addition, the patients should inform the physician about all the conditions such as the diseases they have, the medicines they use, etc.   

In thigh lift surgery, a 6-hour fasting period is required before the operation, as in preparing for all surgeries that require general anesthesia

In order to minimize the risk of bleeding, patients who use blood thinners etc. before the operation should take a break from these drugs under the control of a doctor

How is Thigh Lift Surgery Performed ?

Thigh lift surgery applied in thigh sagging is usually performed under general anesthesia and sometimes under local anesthesia. It takes 2 to 3 hours on average

Excess and sagging skin and subcutaneous fat tissue are removed by making incisions extending from the inner parts of the thighs to the inguinal folds. Scars usually remain on the inner thighs, which are the least visible places when viewed from the outside

In very severe sagging and lubrication, the patient may stay in the hospital for one day

In cases where the skin quality is good and there is no sagging, that is, only in cases where fat accumulation is high, liposuction is sufficient. If there is skin sagging along with excess fat tissue, stretching surgery is absolutely necessary

Post Operation

It is usually comfortable. Drains can be placed in this area to prevent post operative bleeding and fluid accumulation. These are usually with drawn after 1 to 2 days. Especially in the first two weeks after the surgery, it should be avoided from standing for too long, exercising and doing sports

In order to reduce swelling, edema and bleeding that may occur in the operation area, a corset or pressure bandage is applied. Generally, dissolving sutures are used and do not need to be removed

There is no or almost no pain after the surgery. If there is pain, painkillers will suffice. Return to normal life is within a few days.

Post-Surgery Scars

In all surgical operations, some scars remain in the area where the surgery was performed. These scars fade over time and become close to the skin color and are not very disturbing. In addition,these traces are on the parts of the body that can be hidden. In thigh lift surgeries, these scars are left on the inner part of the thigh

With Which Procedures Can Thigh Lift Surgery Be Combined ?

Thigh lift surgery can be performed alone or in combination with other body lift operations. For example tummy tuck, armlift, face lift etc. In addition, it can be combined with breast aesthetics

If there is an excess of fat in thigh lift aesthetics, liposuction can also be added to this process. In this way, both the subcutaneous adipose tissue is thinned more and more skin can be removed

Frequently Asked Questions

Does movement restrictions occur after the Procedure ? 

There is no harm in walking and moving the legs after thigh lift surgery. In order to reduce the tension felt in the thighs in the first two weeks, standing too long, overextension of the legs, exercise and sports should be avoided. This process decreases with each passing day, and although it varies from person to person, within 2 weeks, the patients can completely return to their normal life

When is it possible to return to daily life after the operation ? 

After the thigh lift surgery, the person is stood up on the same day and is allowed to move. In the first week, there is slight pain, but with the painkillers used, this period can be overcome quite easily

What Kind of Anesthesia Is The Surgery Performed With ?

Thigh lift surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia after checking the person´s suitability for anesthesia 

Is the Results of the Surgery Permenant ? Is there a question of sagging again ?

Although the result of thigh lift surgery depends on the technique applied and the amount of stretching performed, the skin elasticity of the person is also very important. During surgery, the thigh is stretched as best as possible. Factors such as excessive weight gain and loss after surgery, age and gravity may cause sagging in the thigh region in the long term

How Many Days Do You Need to Stay in the Hospital After the Surgery ?

In order to prevent bleeding problems after thigh lift surgery, drains are placed in the thigh area. It would be appropriate for the patient to stay in the hospital for one night due to both the follow-up of these drains and the general anesthesia that the person will receive

What Are the Risks of the Surgery ?

Thigh lift surgery is a surgical procedure with fewer complications and risks compared to many surgical interventions. There are some risks arising from surgery and anesthesia, albeit small, in this procedure. If the doctor´s warnings are taken into account and proceeded in line with these warnings, there will not be many problems in the healing process

Is There an Age Limit for the Procedure ?

Thigh lift surgery is a procedurethat is usually applied in sagging due to advanced age and after excessive weight loss. Although the lower limit for surgery is 18 years old, the upper limit determines whether the person has any health problems that can prevent surgery

How long does the surgery take ?

Thigh lift surgery is a surgical operation that takes 2 to 3 hours depending on the degree of sagging