Thigh Lift
For a smoother and firmer shape, a surgical thigh lift removes excess skin and fat that cannot be achieved by exercise. It can also be combined with liposuction to eliminate any unwanted fat in this area. Liposuction alone can also be used to improve the look of your thighs, but it is not recommended if your skin lacks the elasticity to naturally reshape.
What to expect
Duration
A thigh lift procedure is performed under general anaesthetic and usually takes around three to four hours. You will require an overnight stay in hospital.
Recovery
Before going home from hospital, you will be given a date to return to see the nursing team who will check your wound and/or your dressings.
You should expect to take two to four weeks off work.
Follow-up
Mr Kalu will see you in his clinic six to eight weeks following surgery.
FAQs
Your BMI should ideally be less than 30 for a tummy tuck, but this is dependent on your build and will be assessed at the clinic appointment.
As with all surgical procedures it is usually safe and effective, but complications can occur. Mr Kalu will discuss the complications of a thigh lift with you at your consultation so you can make an informed decision about the procedure and allow you to detect and treat problems early.
At the consultation, you will be shown the scar patterns to be expected.
The exact surgery cost will be provided after the consultation as Mr Kalu will need to meet you first to assess your own individual needs.
A breakdown of the costs (hospital, surgical and anaesthetic fees) will be included in your clinic letter. The cost of the procedure also includes your dressings appointment post surgery and your follow up appointment with Mr Kalu six to eight weeks later.
You may return to driving after four to six weeks but the legal test that you would need to satisfy is that you are able to be in control of the vehicle and perform an emergency stop. Further advice should be sought from your insurer as to when they are happy for you to begin driving.
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