A Thigh Lift in Dubai is a body-contouring procedure that tightens and reshapes the thighs by removing excess skin and refining underlying tissues. It is ideal for those with sagging skin or loose contours due to weight loss or aging. The result is smoother, firmer, and more defined thighs that enhance overall body proportion and confidence.

During the Consultation

During your consultation, the surgeon will assess your thigh concerns, review your medical history, and discuss your goals to determine if a thigh lift is the right option for you. They will examine skin quality, fat distribution, and overall body proportion before explaining the recommended surgical approach. You’ll also learn about the expected results, recovery process, potential risks, and any preparation needed to ensure a safe and smooth procedure.

Types of Thigh Lifts

Thigh lift procedures can be tailored to address different areas and levels of skin laxity. Each type focuses on improving contour, tightening sagging skin, and enhancing overall leg shape.

1. Inner Thigh Lift

• Targets loose skin on the inner thighs
  
• Ideal for patients with sagging due to weight loss or aging
  
• Helps achieve smoother, more defined inner thigh contours
  

2. Outer Thigh Lift

• Focuses on the outer thigh and hip area
  
• Lifts and tightens drooping skin to improve leg and hip shape
  
• Often combined with body lift procedures for comprehensive results
  

3. Bilateral Thigh Lift

• Treats both the front and outer areas of the thighs
  
• Removes excess skin and improves overall firmness
  
• Provides a more balanced, sculpted lower body appearance
  

4. Medial Thigh Lift

• Concentrates on the upper portion of the inner thigh
  
• Tightens deeper tissues for improved definition
  
• Suitable for patients with moderate to significant skin laxity
  

5. Mini Thigh Lift

• Designed for mild sagging limited to the upper thigh
  
• Involves smaller incisions and shorter recovery time
  
• Ideal for patients seeking subtle refinement

Information about procedure:

Incision patterns vary based on the area or areas to be treated, degree of correction and patient and surgeon preference.

Inner thigh lift incision:

One technique used for a thigh lift places incisions in the groin, extending downward and wrapping around the back of the thigh.

Another technique removes excess skin from the groin down to the knee using an incision along the inseam.

Outer thigh lift incision:

Improving the contours of the outer thigh may require an incision extending from the groin around the hip and across the back.

Advanced techniques usually allow incisions to be placed in strategic locations where they can be hidden by most types of clothing and swimsuits. in some cases incision extended lateral from the west to the knee . However, incisions may be extensive.

Complication:

• Asymmetry
• Bleeding
• Deep vein thrombosis
• Fatty tissue under the skin might die (fat necrosis)
• Fluid accumulation (seroma)
• Infection
• Major wound separation
• Numbness or other changes in skin sensation
• Poor wound healing
• Possibility of revisionary surgery
• Recurrent looseness of skin
• Skin discoloration and/or swelling
• Skin loss
• Sutures may spontaneously surface through the skin, become
• visible or produce irritation that require removal

Result:

The results of a thigh lift are visible almost immediately. However, it may take several months for the final results to fully develop.

Following a thigh lift, skin quality is improved both in appearance and feel.

Some visible scars will remain, but the overall results are long lasting, provided that you maintain a stable weight and general fitness.

As your body ages, it is natural to lose some firmness. However, most of your initial improvement should remain.

Although good results are expected from your procedure, there is no guarantee. In some situations, it may not be possible to achieve optimal results with a single surgical procedure and another surgery may be necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)