Thigh Lift in Miami, FL

A thigh lift, sometimes called thighplasty, is a body contouring procedure designed to target loose, sagging skin, muscle, and fat around the upper to mid thighs. This procedure is typically ideal for patients who have lost a large amount of weight and have excess, loose skin. In fact, it’s commonly performed along with other body contouring procedures after massive weight loss, like arm lifts, or as a result of weight loss after GLP-1s.

Thigh Lift Consultation

The first step in the thigh lift process is to schedule a consultation with your body contouring surgeon at 4Beauty by Mendieta. During this meeting, you will discuss your goals for the procedure: what areas of your thighs you’d like addressed, whether you need or want liposuction for fat removal, and what surgical technique might be best. If you have excess skin elsewhere on your body, you may wish to discuss additional procedures like an arm lift or abdominoplasty. 

Your surgeon will listen to your goals, ask questions about your medical history, examine your legs, and show you before and after images to give you an idea of what you can expect from results. 

If you both agree that a thigh lift is the right procedure for you, they will create a custom surgical plan outlining the details of your procedure, the techniques used, and more. Lastly, you will be provided with an accurate cost estimate.

Thigh Lift Procedure

Thigh lift surgery is performed under general anesthesia for your comfort and to ensure you are asleep during the duration of your procedure. Through specific incisions for your surgical technique, your surgeon will tighten loose tissue and remove any excess skin. Liposuction may also be used to remove stubborn pockets of fat and contour the legs. Lastly, your surgeon will drape the remaining skin in a natural position to reveal your newly contoured, slimmer thighs. Once they are satisfied with the results, they will carefully close the incisions with neat sutures, minimizing the risk of visible scarring as much as possible. Your thighs will be wrapped in light surgical gauze, and you will be monitored as you wake from anesthesia.

The procedure takes approximately two to three hours, and most patients are cleared to go home the same day under the care of a responsible driver.

Breast Augmentation Recovery & Aftercare

The breast augmentation consultation is the first step in the process, as you will meet with your surgeon and discuss all the customization options mentioned above. Be sure to ask any questions you have and discuss your goals in terms of final results. While there are many options to consider, your surgeon will be able to help you choose the best set of options to achieve the look you want.

Once you have decided if breast augmentation is right for you, your plastic surgeon will create a surgical plan that details the implant size, type, and projection, as well as the incision type and placement. At that time, they will provide you with a cost estimate.

Week One Breast Augmentation Recovery

For the first 24 hours, you will be tired and groggy from anesthesia. Your breasts may have a protective gauze over them or a light surgical bra. Follow your surgeon’s instructions as to how long to wear it.

Discomfort is usually mild enough that prescription pain medication is not needed, although you may request it. Expect your breasts to feel swollen and look bruised; this is completely normal. You will have difficulty raising your arms and bending over at first; limit these actions as you heal. You’ll need to spend the first 48 hours resting as much as possible. It may be helpful for you to sleep with your chest somewhat elevated with cushions, as this can help reduce swelling.

Most patients feel more like themselves after about the third or fourth day post-op, but don’t push yourself. You’ll need to avoid strenuous exercise and activities for at least two weeks, or as instructed by your surgeon.

You’ll likely be able to return to work at the end of your first week post-breast augmentation, although if your job is more physically demanding, you may need to wait a little longer. Be sure to balance plenty of rest with light physical activity, such as walking, to promote healthy blood circulation.