Thigh Lift (Thighplasty) Surgery Cost and Procedure Guide

Thigh Lift (Thighplasty) Surgery Cost and Procedure Guide

Thigh lift surgery also called a thighplasty is a surgical procedure that aims to smooth and reshape the upper thighs by removing loose skin and/or fat. This procedure helps patients achieve firmer and more aesthetically pleasing thighs. It is growing in popularity especially among those who have lost substantial amounts of weight and have loose skin on their thighs that impedes their mobility or they find unattractive.

SUMMARY

Procedure time

1 to 3 hours

Overnight stay

Day case or 1 to 2 nights

Anaesthetic

General or Local with Sedation

Recovery time

6 to 12 months

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Do I need a GP referral for my thigh lift?
What effect will drugs, alcohol, and smoking have on my thigh lift?
Would I need to have drains put in after my thigh lift?
What effect will weight gain or weight loss have on my thigh lift?

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Thigh lift surgery is popular with patients who have excess skin and stubborn fat due to ageing or weight loss

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