After bariatric surgery, many patients experience significant weight loss, leading to loose and excess skin in various parts of the body that require cosmetic correction. This excess skin can also be a significant issue following diet and exercise-induced weight loss. Plastic surgeons often perform common cosmetic procedures, such as lower body lifts, upper body lifts, and medial thigh lifts, to address these concerns.
A medial thigh lift is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the inner thighs. This body contouring procedure is particularly popular among both men and women after bariatric surgery or substantial weight loss. When massive weight loss occurs, the skin and soft tissues often fail to fully retract, resulting in redundancy that sags downwards and inwards. This skin and fat redundancy can affect not only the inner thighs but also the lower abdomen, mons pubis, and buttocks. It can lead to discomfort, irritation, rashes, and even infections due to the presence of massive skin folds in the inner thigh region.
Before undergoing a medial thigh lift, there are several important steps to consider:
The medial thigh lift procedure entails several steps:
What Is a Medial Thigh Lift?
The extent of sagging skin is classified as a mild, moderate, or severe deformity in the medial thigh region. A mild deformity may require liposuction alone, while a moderate deformity necessitates an excisional procedure. Severe deformities often require a combination of excision and lifting, which involves significant undermining.
Dr. Amit Agarwal begins by making preliminary surgical markings on the skin to be excised. General anesthesia is administered by a highly skilled anesthetist and intensivist.
There are three types of incisions, depending on the specific areas to be treated and the extent of correction required:
Excess pinchable skin and soft tissues are carefully removed from the thigh area. Lymphatic vessels are preserved, and the incision is closed with absorbable sutures and skin adhesives. After surgery, you will notice some initial swelling and bruising, which will gradually subside.
Liposuction may be included in the procedure, depending on your specific requirements.
Recovery from a medial thigh lift procedure typically involves the following:
The complications and outcomes of medial thigh lift surgery can vary depending on individual factors. While medial thigh lifts generally yield favorable results, there are potential risks, including:
These risks and potential complications should be discussed thoroughly with Dr. Amit Agarwal before the procedure.
To ensure a successful outcome and optimal recovery, it is important to adhere to the following do’s and don’ts:
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If you have excess skin and fat in the thigh region and wish to address it, you are likely a suitable candidate for the procedure.
You can typically be discharged the day after surgery or within two days after your drains are removed.
You should wear the pressure garment for at least 6 months, as recommended by Dr. Amit Agarwal.
Exercise can typically resume after 6-8 weeks, following Dr. Amit Agarwal’s guidance based on your healing progress.
During the procedure, you will not experience pain. However, some pain and swelling are common during the recovery period, which can be managed with prescribed medications.
Quitting smoking is recommended for overall health, but it is especially crucial before and after surgery to reduce the risk of complications. You should stop smoking at least 2 weeks before the surgery and continue to abstain for 4 weeks afterward.
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