Thigh Lift

A thigh lift treats excess skin, fat, and contour irregularities of the thigh, smoothing and pulling the skin to achieve a tighter, more toned look. A thigh lift is a powerful operation that may be performed in conjunction with abdominoplasty, a back lift, and/or outer thigh liposuction. While diet and exercise do play a role in achieving a healthy lifestyle, they are rarely sufficient to combat the excess fat and skin in the thigh area that creates such frustration for the client. A surgical approach can bring long-lasting improvement and relief.

There are different approaches to a thigh lift depending on patient presentation, with scars varying from those falling in the creases of the pubis and under the buttock, to scars that travel between the pubis and knee. The approach taken is agreed upon by the patient who will understand how to best achieve his/her goals. Dr. Shermak has presented and published the largest series of thigh lifts performed for significant weight loss, through her new and innovative technique, with hidden scars and impactful results.

Surgery may be performed as an outpatient or in the hospital setting, with an overnight stay. One may experience discomfort, swelling, and numbness. Patients are up and walking within hours of surgery, but require recuperation for several weeks, maybe longer depending upon how much surgery is performed. Most resume regular activities and return to work after 2-4 weeks. Swelling and numbness may take months to resolve.

Because the thighs are so instrumental in our everyday activities such as sitting, squatting and using the bathroom, these actions may be limited during thigh lift recovery. Dr. Shermak will provide you with detailed instructions on how to navigate your healing process and deal with the unique challenges that arise. Follow up visits will help ease the transition to total recovery.