Inner Thigh Reduction and Lift

The inner thigh is another area where we store fat. The situation is similar to what we sometimes see with the arms. Moderately fat inner thighs can be treated with liposuction alone. Large fatty inner thighs may need a combination of liposuction and thigh lift. After significant weight loss or with advancing age the inner thighs often become very flabby. This condition is best treated by thigh lift. Thigh lift procedures are essentially skin subtraction procedures. The resultant scar usually is discrete and is located in the crease between the inner thigh and pubic region. When inner thigh lifts are done after massive weight loss, a much larger scale skin subtraction may be needed, and in these cases an additional vertical scar on the inner thigh may be necessary. We have ways of minimizing scar appearance.

BEFORE SURGERY

Prior to surgery, a complete medical history is taken in order to evaluate the general health of the patient. Dr. Gordon will do a thorough examination of the entire patient as well as the breast to determine the most effective surgical approach. He will describe the type of anesthesia to be used, the procedure, what results might realistically be expected, and the possible risks and complications.

Digital photography (no face shots!) will be used.

FOLLOWING SURGERY

Pain connected with the procedure is mild to moderate, but is controlled with oral medication. Daily showers and antibiotics will be continued to prevent infection. Instructions for the day of surgery include bed rest and limited activities. Dr. Gordon will determine when normal activities can be resumed; however, weight training and aerobic exercise must be avoided for several days.

Sutures are dissolvable and do so in about ten days. Numbness and over sensitivity around the treated area may occur, but this condition is usually temporary. Swelling and discoloration disappear in a few days, and scars from the incisions, although permanent, fade significantly with time.