Losing weight is an impressive accomplishment for anyone. However, people who make it to their ideal weight occasionally need one additional step to finalize their appearance. Depending on how long you had extra weight and how much weight you eliminated, loose skin may be an added challenge if it was unable to mold to the new size and shape of your body. The thighs, especially, are an area of concern for a lot of patients.
Plastic surgeon Dr. Glenn Lyle offers a body sculpting procedure called thigh lift surgery (also called thighplasty) at Lyle Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics Center, which trims loose skin on the outer or inner thighs to reveal a firmer, more contoured appearance. A thigh lift in Raleigh, or thighplasty surgery, has risen in popularity because it offers natural results for patients who don’t want hanging skin on the thighs.
Who Are Candidates For Thigh Lift Surgery?
A thigh lift is a skin removal and skin tightening procedure in Raleigh that improves the appearance of loose skin. Thighplasty is typically an after weight loss procedure. It is commonly performed on patients who have lost 100 or more pounds, but it is also popular for older adults who are concerned about excess skin due to age, and with women whose body shape fluctuated due to pregnancy. If you have loose, hanging, or wrinkly skin on the upper thighs (either the inner or outer thighs or both), thigh lift surgery may be a big help. Please remember that if cellulite is your main problem, Dr. Lyle can suggest other procedures that are designed to help decrease the appearance of cellulite.
Case Study
This 47-year-old woman lost over 100 pounds with bariatric surgery. She had loose skin and excess fatty tissue in her lower abdomen and thighs. She had a very disproportionate lower body. An initial body lift with a vertical thigh lift was performed. The thighs were so large that a second liposuction session and additional liposuction and additional skin removal were performed 3 months later led to major improvements in her appearance now one year postop.
What Happens During Thigh Lift Surgery?
During a thigh lift, general anesthesia is commonly administered to Raleigh patients. An incision is made close to the top portion of the thigh in the natural crease where the thigh attaches to the torso. This incision typically continues down to the midpoint of the thigh area. This allows enough room to use liposuction (if necessary) to remove isolated pockets of fat as well as to trim all loose skin in the top thigh area. The remaining skin will be pulled upward so it is tight and safely secured with sutures. In specific cases, an incision may be necessary in the outer thigh area or underneath the buttocks, depending on the amount of tissue being removed. This surgery at Lyle Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Center reshapes the complete thigh area, leaving a shapelier, tighter, more contoured appearance.
What to Expect During Thigh Lift Recovery
Thigh lift surgery takes an average of 2 – 3 hours to complete in Raleigh. After the surgery is over, you will be monitored and then sent home to begin your recovery. There is usually swelling, bruising, and discomfort expected during the first days of recovery. Within a few days, most patients are up and slowly walking, which is recommended for improved blood circulation and speedier healing. The full recovery period typically takes about 6 – 8 weeks. At-home wound care will be provided to help the incision heal well. Even though there will be some scarring, the new shape and contour of your thighs can help raise your self-esteem and you can show your legs with pride.
Get Tighter, Toned Thighs With a Thighplasty in Raleigh
If you have loose skin on your inner or outer thighs that causes anxiety or embarrassment when your upper legs are exposed, we invite you to call Lyle Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics Center to learn more about a thigh lift in Raleigh. It is common for patients to combine this procedure with other contouring procedures, especially surgeries that correct the lower body, including stomach surgery or a lower body lift, depending on your individual condition. Schedule your consultation with plastic surgeon Dr. Lyle and get the slimmer thighs you desire. We proudly serve patients from Cary, Holly Springs, Garner, Clayton, Fayetteville, Apex, Chapel Hill, Durham, Wilmington, Wendell, Knightdale, Wake Forest, Greensboro, and nearby coastal areas like Wrightsville Beach and New Bern.
Dr. Lyle and his staff are the best! Dr. Lyle performed a breast revision that was needed for my breast reconstruction, due to a double mastectomy. After 4 years of breast surgeries, I’m finally able look in the mirror and feel normal! I can’t thank Lyle Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics Center enough!
Dr. Lyle, Brittany and Haley are absolutely AMAZING. From the beginning of my consultation to the post op they have all been so kind, helpful, knowledgeable and made me feel so comfortable and at ease. This was a huge decision to have this procedure done and I couldn’t be more grateful and thankful for the experience I had with the entire staff. Everyone is always smiles and delightful I couldn’t ask for a better group of individuals. Thank you for everything and all you do. You are all the BEST.
I had a mommy makeover and did it breaking it into two surgeries instead of at the same time. Dr Lyle and his staff were awesome!!! They made me feel comfortable, explained everything thoroughly and helped me through each process!!!! I highly recommend this team if you are looking for a good, professional, reliable, and trustworthy place to go for surgery!!! I am so thankful I found this place!!!
I am 4 weeks post Botox and filler and I could not be happier with my results! Lyle Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics Center’s new office is absolutely beautiful, so light and bright. The staff is so welcoming and helpful. The results couldn’t have been better! Thank you for making me feel so great and beautiful!!
Dr. Lyle and his staff are not only knowledgeable in all aspects of their field, but also they are super friendly and accommodating to their patients. I feel like family when visiting; always greeted with a warm welcome. The cutting-edge equipment and techniques give me peace of mind. Each visit feels like a mini vacation!
I am a 2 time cancer survivor and Dr. LYLE has been my cancer surgeon since I was 29. I got cancer at 29 then again at 43 and I am 49 now. He stopped doing breast reconstruction after I got my second cancer and he still came and did my reconstruction. He didn’t have to but he did. He has been my surgeon for 20 years now. Stephanie at the office is great too.
Dr. Lyle and his team are excellent. Moved here from Texas and sought out the most highly rated and experienced doctor. He and his team go above and beyond and provide guidance that helps in making procedure decisions. If you are seeking superb care, supportive team and excellent results, Dr. Lyle and his team should be your choice.
Dr. Lyle and his staff are not only knowledgeable in all aspects of their field, but also they are super friendly and accommodating to their patients. I feel like family when visiting; always greeted with a warm welcome. The cutting-edge equipment and techniques give me peace of mind. Each visit feels like a mini vacation!