Smooth the Contours of Your Legs with a Thigh Lift in Miami
Thighplasty Reduces Wrinkles and Remove Saddlebags
A combination of age, genetics, and gravity affects the way your body looks over time. Many people struggle with the appearance of their thighs. It’s a common area for fat deposits that stretch the skin. After significant weight loss or simply with age, you might notice loose, saggy skin around your upper legs. A thigh lift from our Miami clinic addresses excess stretched skin, leaving you with a tighter leg shape.
What is a thigh lift?
Thighplasty involves strategic incisions at the top of your thighs. Then, the surgeon manipulates the underlying tissues and removes a section of skin. Suturing the skin back together will result in a tighter, smoother appearance. In most cases, you can hide the scars from this procedure beneath your underwear or bathing suit.
Thigh Lift vs Thigh Lipo
It’s common for patients to confuse thigh liposuction with a thigh lift. Any liposuction procedure involves the removal of fat deposits from an area using a cannula and liposuction machine. This procedure is more about reshaping the thigh.
A thigh lift is specifically about tightening the skin around the thigh. In some cases, the doctor will perform liposuction during the procedure, but it is not always necessary. For example, someone with loose skin due to weight loss may not need additional fat removal.
A thigh lift is specifically about tightening the skin around the thigh. In some cases, the doctor will perform liposuction during the procedure, but it is not always necessary. For example, someone with loose skin due to weight loss may not need additional fat removal.
Types of Thigh Lift
Your genetics, the location of fat deposits, and individual musculature determine your overall leg shape. Dr. Rafael Antun can use several thigh lift techniques to address loose skin in specific areas.
Outer Thigh Lift
This surgical procedure addresses loose skin on the outside of the thigh, tightening the contour of the front and back of your upper leg. It involves an incision that starts at the top of the thigh and wraps around the groin and buttocks. The doctor removes a section of skin and then connects the remaining tissue to create a smooth contour.
Inner Thigh Lift
An inner thigh lift addresses sagging skin between your thighs. Tightening this space area can relieve chronic chafing issues. The incision for this technique begins where the thigh meets the pubic area and is easily covered by a bathing suit or underwear.
Vertical Thigh Lift
In a vertical thigh lift, the surgeon starts the incision in the pubic area and continues down the inner thigh. While it leaves a longer scar, the technique allows the doctor to reshape and tighten the entire thigh.
Mini Thigh Lift
Patients with minimal excess skin can benefit from a mini thigh lift. This technique is essentially an inner thigh life with a much smaller incision.
Benefits of a Thigh Lift in Miami
Patients at our Miami clinic appreciate the benefits of the thigh lift procedure, especially the confidence they feel in being comfortable with the appearance of their legs.
Slimmer Leg Contour
Thighplasty from HD Esthetique helps reverse the loss of elasticity that happens with age. It gives your thighs a smoother, more defined shape.
Reduced Chafing
Loose skin can result in chronic irritation and chafing. Tightening the area can reduce or eliminate this problem.
Greater Self-Confidence
Resolving sagging skin issues can boost your self-confidence. Many clients feel more comfortable wearing bathing suits and other more revealing clothes after the procedure.
The Thigh Lift Procedure
Thighplasty surgery is not a minor undertaking. As a serious medical procedure, patients should understand what happens on their appointment day.
Consultation
The first step in a thigh lift is a consultation with Dr. Antun. At this meeting, the doctor will determine if you’re a good candidate for the procedure, discuss its benefits, and help you understand its limits. He will also review your medical history to determine if any issues would prevent you from receiving the procedure. You may also schedule your procedure at this time.
Anesthesia
Thighplasty typically happens under general anesthesia. The medical staff will work with you to determine the best strategy for minimizing your discomfort.
Liposuction
In some cases, Dr. Antun uses liposuction to remove fat deposits to help reshape the underlying tissues of your thigh before tightening the skin.
Incision and Skin Removal
The surgeon will make the appropriate incision and remove some of the excess skin. He will then pull the remaining tissue together and suture it for a tighter fit.
Recovery
It will take time to recover from your procedure. Pain, bruising, and some swelling in the procedure area are normal in the first couple of weeks post-surgery. In most cases, over-the-counter medication is enough to handle any discomfort.
The thigh lift recovery time includes two to three weeks of rest following the procedure. Exercise and heavy lifting are not recommended until at least six weeks post-surgery.
The thigh lift recovery time includes two to three weeks of rest following the procedure. Exercise and heavy lifting are not recommended until at least six weeks post-surgery.
Who is a good candidate for a thigh lift in Florida?
Candidates for thighplasty must be in good general health and at a stable weight. Since a thigh lift focuses on reducing loose skin, candidates should have a noticeable amount of sagging skin around their thighs. Good candidates should also be committed to a healthy lifestyle as weight gain after the surgery can undo its benefits.
How much does a thigh lift cost in Miami?
The cost of a thigh lift at our Miami clinic depends on the type of thighplasty and any additional procedure involved like liposuction. At your initial consultation, Dr. Antun will determine the best course for your situation and provide a cost estimate. HD Esthetique offers several financing options to make your procedure more affordable if it is not covered by insurance.
Working with the Best Thighplasty Surgeons in Miami
Dr. Rafael Antun, a cosmetic surgeon with more than 35 years of experience, has assisted many South Florida residents in attaining their health and beauty goals. At HD Esthetique, every team member is committed to the well-being, comfort, and success of our clients. If you wish to rejuvenate the appearance of your thighs, we invite you to schedule a consultation at our Miami clinic to explore the benefits of a thigh lift.
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