About thigh lift surgery
Weight loss is an impressive accomplishment for anyone. In some cases, people who make it to their ideal weight occasionally require one additional thing to finalize their appearance. Based on the length of time you had the extra weight and how much of that weight you lost, excess skin can be an added difficulty. Sometimes the skin isn’t able to mold to the smaller shape and size of the body. The thighs are specific areas of trouble for a lot of people. Los Alamitos, CA plastic surgeon William P. Aiello offers surgical thigh lifts (also called thighplasty) at Ocean Plastic Surgery Center that trim loose skin on the outer or inner thighs to reveal a firmer, more contoured look. Thighplasty has increased in popularity since it can give natural-looking results for anyone who doesn’t want hanging skin on the thighs.
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Ideal candidates for thigh lift
A thigh lift is a skin tightening and removal treatment that improves the appearance of excess skin. Thighplasty is typically a post weight loss treatment. Thigh lift surgery is commonly used on people who have lost 100 or more pounds. It’s also helpful for older people who are concerned about excess skin caused by natural aging, as well as women whose body shape changed from pregnancy and childbirth. If you have hanging, loose, or wrinkly skin on your upper thighs (whether it’s the outer or inner thighs or both), thigh lift surgery can be a good option. Please remember that if cellulite is the bigger problem, Dr. Aiello can recommend different treatments that are designed to help decrease the look of cellulite.
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What to expect from a thigh lift
Thigh lift surgery takes an average of 2 – 3 hours to perform. After the procedure is done, you will be monitored and assessed before you are allowed to go home to begin your recovery. There is typically swelling, discomfort, and bruising during the first few days of recovery. In several days, many patients are able to get up and slowly walk, which is recommended for improved blood circulation and speedier healing. The full recovery time usually lasts around 6 – 8 weeks. Dr. Aiello will give you wound-care instructions to help your surgical incisions heal well. Although patients will have some scarring, the improved contour and shape of your legs can help raise your self-esteem, and you can show off your thighs with pride.
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If you notice excess skin on your inner or outer thighs that creates embarrassment or anxiety, we encourage you to contact Ocean Plastic Surgery Center in Los Alamitos, CA to find out more about thighplasty.
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