A slim lower body can look beautiful in jeans or in a bathing suit at the beach. Unfortunately, aging and weight loss may leave you with excess skin on and around your thighs that makes it difficult to fit into some clothing. Dr. Ellen performs thigh lift surgery for women in the Detroit area who want to correct this issue.
For Slimmer, More Contoured Thighs
With a thigh lift in Bloomfield Hills, MI performed by female board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ellen, you can realize more toned and slender thighs. Often after weight loss, you may struggle with conditions on the thighs such as:
- Excess skin
- Stubborn fat deposits
- Large thigh circumference
A thigh lift works to remove that surplus tissue to improve the silhouette of your lower body.
Common Questions About A Thigh Lift
The following are some frequently asked questions about thigh lift surgery. If you have a different question about this procedure, please contact our office.
Who Can Choose Thigh Lift Surgery?
Thigh lift surgery is ideal for patients of many ages who deal with unsightly excess skin and tissue on and around their thighs that does not respond to diet and exercise. Patients should not have any more weight to lose and should be nonsmokers, both of which will ensure a satisfactory result and proper healing.
How Is A Thigh Lift Performed In Birmingham, MI?
A thigh lift is performed as an outpatient surgery while you are under general anesthesia. To begin, Dr. Ellen will make careful incisions in your thighs, where they can be hidden by the natural contours of your body as much as possible. She will then remove the excess skin from the incision sites to tone the thighs. She may also use liposuction to slenderize the area for a more beautiful result. The doctor will then close the incisions with sutures, cover them with surgical dressing and apply a bandage.
How Will I Care For My Lower Body After A Thigh Lift?
The compression bandage Dr. Ellen will apply after your surgery will need to be worn for several days, at least, as it will promote the new contours of your thighs. You will need to restrict your activity as you heal, but Dr. Ellen will expect you to walk shortly after surgery. Any swelling you may experience should gradually subside and discomfort may be managed with medication.
Are There Alternatives To A Thigh Lift In Detroit?
In some cases, liposuction of the thighs may be enough to achieve the desired result. These patients are usually younger with good skin elasticity and do not struggle with excess skin, but mostly stubborn fat deposits.
If you are a woman who has lost a great deal of weight but cannot rid yourself of loose skin around the thighs, we encourage you to contact Detroit area plastic surgeon Dr. Ellen Janetzke. Dr. Ellen services many patients in South East Michigan like Sterling Heights, Rochester Hills, West Bloomfield and Farmington Hills. As a board certified plastic surgeon practicing in Bloomfield Hills, Dr. Ellen is experienced in surgical body contouring. She and her office staff are eager to meet you and learn more about how they can help you reach your cosmetic surgery goals. Our office is conveniently located just 6 miles North of Royal Oak and only 8 miles South of Troy. Please send us an email or call us today at 248-220-6760 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Ellen for a thigh lift.