PROCEDURE · BODY CONTOURING
Thigh Lift: Tightening the Thighs
Thigh Lift · Thighplasty
by dr. Enrina Diah, Sp.BP-RE, KKF & dr. Grace Boaz, Sp.BP-RE
A thigh lift removes excess skin and fat from the thighs for a firmer, smoother contour. It addresses loose thigh skin, common after weight loss.
CANDIDATES
Who Is It For?
- Loose or sagging thigh skin
- Bothersome chafing between the thighs
- After significant weight loss
- Excess fat and skin that won’t shift with exercise
NOTE
A thigh lift removes excess skin and, when needed, fat. The location and length of the incision are matched to the area and degree of looseness (the groin crease or running down the inner thigh).
AT A GLANCE
What to Expect
Technique
Excess-skin removal (± liposuction); incision pattern matched to the area and degree of looseness.
Anesthesia
Sedation (with monitoring).
Hospital stay
Day surgery (some cases require a 1–2 night stay for observation).
Recovery
Patients can return to office work 14 days after surgery, and continue avoiding heavy lifting for 3–4 weeks after surgery.
Result
Firmer, smoother thighs; the scar fades over time.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the thigh-lift scar?
It depends on the technique — it may sit in the groin crease (for mild looseness) or run down the inner thigh (for greater looseness).
Does it help with thigh chafing?
Yes — by removing excess skin, chafing between the thighs is often reduced.
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Discuss Your Options
A private consultation to assess your degree of skin laxity and the plan best suited to you.