A combination of thighplasty andliposuctiontechniques may be performed to give the thighs a smoother, more toned appearance.
People considering thigh lift surgery should know that it is not a surgical means of losing weight.
A bilateral thigh lift may require an overnight stay in the hospital.
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The Procedure
Thighplasty is usually performed as an outpatient procedure withgeneral anesthesiaor epidural anesthesia.
Depending on the throw in of thigh lift and the area being treated, the incision pattern will vary.
The most common thigh lift technique begins with an incision in the groin area.
During the procedure:
Surgery typically takes two hours.
Recovery
Pain medication and anti-inflammatory medications are typically prescribed during the post-operative period.
Post-operatively, you may have bruising, swelling, and soreness in the area.
You will need to wear compression garments to minimize the swelling and promote healing.
You may have drains in place to collect excess fluid and reduce the risk of infection.
You will need to record the amount of fluid collected in a logbook.
When the level of fluid removed meets your surgeons expectations, the drains will be removed.
You may shower 48 hours after the procedure.
The surgical sutures will be removed within two weeks.
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