Benefits of a Thigh Lift

When performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon, a thigh lift can offer a wealth of benefits to our patients, including:

  • Removal of excess skin and fatty tissue
  • Improvement of the natural shape, smoothness, and tightness of the thighs
  • Reducing the appearance of skin markings from skin laxity
  • Reducing bacterial infections and chaffing caused by excess skin
  • Improved self-esteem
  • Wider variety of wardrobe options

Additionally, a thigh lift in San Luis Obispo County can be performed alongside other treatments, including arm lifts, breast surgeries, tummy tucks, and more, for a comprehensive body makeover.

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Am I a Good Candidate for a Thigh Lift?

You are an ideal candidate for the thigh lift in San Luis Obispo County if you are generally in good health but have an abundance of excess or sagging skin and fatty tissue on your thighs. During your initial consultation, our medical team will carefully assess your needs, treatment goals, and health history to ensure this procedure is appropriate for you. Dr. Chalekson will also utilize this information to customize a treatment plan that will provide you with optimal results.

In some instances, health or lifestyle changes may be recommended, including stopping smoking. Your surgeon may also advise additional or alternative treatments, including liposuction or certain non-invasive procedures, to ensure we meet your aesthetic goals.

Your Thigh Lift Experience

The thigh lift procedure in San Luis Obispo County takes approximately three hours. Your procedure will be performed under anesthesia to ensure your comfort. Based on your treatment needs, Dr. Chalekson will perform one of the following:

Liposuction with Renuvion

Liposuction with Renuvion involves contouring and removing excessive fat across the thigh, followed by the application of plasma helium energy to help tighten and improve the soft tissue laxity. The best candidates for this approach are those with only mild amounts of skin laxity and excess.

Medial (Inner Thigh) Thigh Lift

Medial thigh lift involves the removal and contouring of excessive fat across the upper thigh to the level of the knee. Excessive skin can be tightened with an incision within the groin crease. This typically can only tighten skin toward the upper ⅓ of the middle thigh.

Traditional Thigh Lift

For patients who have undergone gastric bypass surgery or lost significant weight, a more traditional thigh lift may be needed. This can typically involve more significant amounts of fat removal through liposuction, followed by a more significant amount of skin removal. This incision typically runs vertically down the middle portion of the leg, but can also extend into the groin crease in certain cases.

Lateral (Outer Thigh) Thigh Lift

An outer thigh lift removes skin and fat from the outside of the thigh, lateral waist, and buttock. Other names of this procedure may be a truncal lift or a lower body lift, and typically go around the upper hip and waist area.

Thigh Lift Recovery

As you recover from your procedure, rest and relaxation are key, along with elevation and consistent compression! For the first few weeks, we recommend avoiding exercise or vigorous movement. We also recommend maintaining your beautiful new look with a balanced diet, adequate hydration, and a healthy, active lifestyle.

Each person’s recovery timeline is different and will be discussed in detail by your surgeon before and after your surgery. Typically, compression garments are worn for 6-12 weeks after the procedure. Progressive increases in activity can slowly resume in conjunction with recommendations from the doctor.

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Speak to Our Team About a Thigh Lift in San Luis Obispo County

If you have additional questions about a thigh lift in San Luis Obispo County or other body sculpting procedures, we invite you to contact us today to schedule a consultation. Our skilled team looks forward to helping you look and feel your best.

We welcome patients from across the country and throughout California, including San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, Templeton, Atascadero, Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, Cambria, Santa Barbara, and Santa Maria.

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If you are considering plastic surgery in San Luis Obispo County, our team can help you understand your options and move toward the outcome that feels right for you. We welcome patients from across California and the United States, including Paso Robles, Atascadero, Templeton, Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, Cambria, Santa Barbara, and Santa Maria.

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