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A thigh lift, clinically known as thighplasty, is a body-contouring surgery that removes excess skin and residual fat from the inner and outer thighs to deliver a smoother, firmer and more proportionate lower-body silhouette. It is a defining solution for patients whose thighs remain heavy or loose after major weight loss, pregnancies or aging – areas that rarely respond to liposuction alone because the excess skin must be excised. At BeautsGO partner hospitals, thighplasty can be combined with circumferential body lifts or VASER liposculpture.
Adults at or near a stable weight (within 5-10 kg of goal) with loose sagging inner or outer thigh skin, chafing-related discomfort, or thigh contour disproportionate to the rest of the body. Best suited to non-smokers in good health with realistic expectations.
Improvement is visible within 3-4 weeks as initial swelling subsides. Contour continues to refine over 4-6 months as deep tissues soften and scars mature. Incision lines flatten and fade considerably over 12-18 months with proper scar care.
Stabilise weight 3-6 months prior. Quit smoking 4+ weeks. Stop blood thinners and certain supplements 2 weeks pre-op. Arrange compression garments and a comfortable recovery space.
Wear specialised compression garments 4-6 weeks. Walk gently from day 1. Avoid strenuous lower-body exercise 6 weeks. Attend follow-up at days 3, 10 and weeks 3, 6. Use silicone scar therapy from week 3.
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