What is Thigh Lift?
Thigh-lift surgery improves the contour of the thighs by removing selected excess skin and tissue, most commonly from the inner thighs after significant weight loss or with age. It can make clothing more comfortable and reduce chafing, and it is often combined with liposuction to refine the shape. Your surgeon plans incision placement to keep scars as discreet as possible.
Who is it for? Loose skin on the inner or outer thighs, in people with a stable weight.
- Anaesthesia
- General anaesthesia
- Hospital stay
- Usually one night
- Recovery
- 2–3 weeks
- Results
- Final shape over months
Your surgery journey
- 1
Consultation with the surgeon: goals, anatomy, options and risks
- 2
Pre-operative assessment and tests
- 3
Surgery at an accredited facility
- 4
Recovery with clear aftercare instructions
- 5
Follow-up visits to check healing and results
Safety and risks
Like any surgery, this procedure carries risks such as bleeding, infection, scarring, asymmetry and anaesthesia-related complications. Wound healing in the groin area needs careful aftercare. Your surgeon will explain your individual risks and how they are minimised.
Frequently asked questions
Am I a good candidate?
Good candidates are in good general health, non-smokers (or willing to stop), with realistic expectations. Your surgeon decides after assessment.
Where are the scars?
Usually in the groin crease and sometimes along the inner thigh.
When can I walk normally?
Gentle walking starts early; normal activity in a few weeks.
Will I wear compression?
Yes, usually for several weeks.
Surgical procedures require a surgeon consultation and pre-operative assessment. Results and risks vary between individuals.