Following massive weight loss, many patients find that they have poor skin tone on their thighs. This may result in severe dimpling (cellulite), transverse wrinkles, saddlebags or hanging skin. While liposuction may seem like a viable solution, it usually worsens the condition because of the lack of skin elasticity. Exercise and further weight loss are also unlikely to help. In these cases, a thigh lift in Colombia is usually the patient’s best option.

The most common candidates for thigh lift in Colombia have lost large amounts of weight. In other cases, genetic predisposition may be the primary culprit. Either way, candidates for a thigh lift should be healthy. Smoking should be avoided. Better results are obtained when patients are close to their ideal weight.

One of our areas of specialization is plastic surgery following weight loss. We perform hundreds of operations on weight loss patients to contour their bodies and tighten their skin. For patients who have lost 50 pounds or more, the thigh lift in Colombia is an integral part of surgically rejuvenating the lower body.

TECHNIQUES

The outer and inner thighs are addressed separately with thigh lift in Colombia in order to conceal the incisions.

Outer thigh lift: The outer thigh lift utilizes a waistline incision that’s an extension of the tummy tuck. The scar is meant to be concealed under a typical bikini. Excess skin is removed from the upper lateral thigh, and the skin is undermined to the mid-thigh. The remaining thigh skin is then smoothed, elevated and tightened.

Inner thigh lift: The inner thigh lift incision is high up on the inner thigh, close to the leg elastic of a bikini bottom. A large ellipse of skin is removed. Remaining inner thigh skin is undermined, smoothed and tightened.

IS IT RIGHT FOR ME?

CANDIDATES FOR THIGH LIFT IN COLOMBIA ARE

• People whose weight is relatively stable
• Individuals with excess soft tissue along the inner or medial thigh region and/or the outer thigh
• Healthy individuals who do not have medical conditions that can impair healing or increase risk of surgery
• Non-smokers
• Individuals with a positive outlook and realistic goals for what thigh lift surgery can accomplish
• Individuals committed to leading a healthy lifestyle including proper nutrition and fitness

WHAT IT WON’T DO:

Thigh lifts in Colombia are not intended strictly for the removal of excess fat. Liposuction alone can remove excess fat deposits where skin has good elasticity and is able to naturally conform to new body contours. In cases where skin elasticity is poor, a combination of liposuction and thigh lift techniques may be recommended.

At Premium Care Plastic Surgery in Colombia we work closely with our patients to ensure the best possible results for their thigh lift surgery in Colombia. If you’re interested in learning more about thigh lifts or want to meet with our plastic surgeons at Premium Care to discuss your options, request a consultation online or call our office in Cartagena at (+57) 312 545 5569 and (+1) 305 848 1909 in United States.

YOUR THIGH LIFT CONSULTATION AT PREMIUM CARE PLASTIC SURGERY

When you come to our Plastic Surgery Center in Cartagena for your initial consultation, your surgeon will discuss with you the status of your body and your desires for improvement. Your surgeon will also assess your skin for elasticity, provide you with complete physical examination, and evaluate your past medical history. This process is essential for establishing you as a candidate for thigh lift surgery.

Your surgeon can recommend certain steps to help you achieve optimal health for your procedure. The Premium Care Plastic Surgery team will also coordinate with your medical doctors to define the steps necessary for you to obtain medical clearance for surgery. Our team also provides access to their specialists in nutrition and exercise physiology to optimize your chances for success, and for a healthy lifestyle and more beautiful you.

BE PREPARED TO DISCUSS:

• Why you want the surgery, your expectations and desired outcome
• Your general health status and any pre-existing health conditions or risk factors
• Medical conditions, drug allergies and medical treatments
• Previous surgeries
• Use of current medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, alcohol, and tobacco

YOUR PLASTIC SURGEON WILL ALSO:

• Take photographs for your medical record
• Discuss your options and recommend a course of treatment
• Discuss likely outcomes of thigh lift and any risks or potential complication

Be sure to ask questions: It’s very important to ask your plastic surgeon questions about your thigh lift procedure. It’s natural to feel some anxiety, whether it’s excitement for your anticipated new look or a bit of preoperative stress. Don’t be shy about discussing these feelings with your plastic surgeon. The entire Premium Care staff is here to support you through your journey to a new you.

PREPARING FOR SURGERY

PREPARING FOR YOUR THIGH LIFT SURGERY IN COLOMBIA

Premium Care Plastic Surgery encourages you to take a few simple steps in preparation for your thigh lift procedure in Colombia. Following the steps presented below will make your recovery from surgery as safe, short and relaxing as possible.

Your surgeon will provide you with a list of specific steps you should take leading up to your procedure. This list might include limiting your use of certain medications, alcohol and cigarettes, and minor changes in your grooming habits. These changes are temporary but very important to your comfort and safety.

BEFORE THIGH LIFT SURGERY, YOU MAY BE ASKED TO:

• Get lab testing or a medical evaluation
• Take certain medications or adjust your current medications
• Stop smoking well in advance of surgery
• Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS YOU RECEIVE WILL COVER:

• What to do on the day of surgery
• The use of anesthesia during your thigh lift
• Post-operative care and follow-up
• Medications and compression garments to purchase and bring with you on the day of surgery

Preparing your home before your procedure will help ensure a safe and relaxing recovery. If your procedure will impact your ability to stand or walk for long periods, or reach high places, you may want to prepare meals in advance and move kitchen items out of cupboards and onto the counter. Having a phone, medications and other necessities on a night stand or side table will keep you from having to get up and down. Having extra pillows and blankets already on your bed or couch can also keep you comfortable. If you have pets or children, you should make sure someone is available to care for them while you are recuperating.

On the day of your surgery, we ask that you wear no jewelry or make-up and avoid deodorant, skin lotions and perfume. We recommend warm, loose fitting clothing, such as pajamas or sweat pants with thick socks or slippers to prevent the chills commonly experienced after surgery. Please inform your surgeon if you have a cold, sore throat, active allergies or an open cut or sore on the day of your thigh lift.
Most of our patients will be able to go home the same day they undergo thigh lift, but many spend the night in the hospital for comfort. It is important to make arrangements in advance for someone to drive you home and provide watchful care during the first several days after surgery.

You’ll need help. Arrange for someone to drive you to and from surgery and to stay with you for at least the first few nights following surgery. Effective planning prior to undergoing thigh lift can make your recovery as brief and relaxing as possible.

If you are want to pursue thigh lift in Cartagena at Premium Care Plastic Surgery, or simply want more information on these transformational procedures, please call us at (+57) 312 545 5569 in Cartagena and (+1) 305 848 1909 in United States or schedule your consultation online.

THIGH LIFT IN COLOMBIA: WORDS TO KNOW

• General anesthesia: Drugs and/or gases used during an operation to relieve pain and alter consciousness.
• Hematoma: Blood pooling beneath the skin.
• Intravenous sedation: Sedatives administered by injection into a vein to help you relax.
• Liposuction: Also called lipoplasty or suction lipectomy, this procedure vacuums out fat from beneath the skin’s surface to reduce fullness.
• Local anesthesia: A drug injected directly to the site of an incision during an operation to relieve pain.
• Medial thigh lift: A surgical procedure to correct sagging of the inner thigh.
• Outer thigh lift: A surgical procedure to correct sagging of the outer and mid-thigh.
• Sutures: Stitches used by surgeons to hold skin and tissue together.

THIGH LIFT: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is thigh lift surgery right for me?
A thigh lift is very effective at removing excessive skin, especially in the case of someone who has lost a large amount of weight and is carrying folds of skin where fat used to be.

Will a thigh lift remove excess fat?
No. If you have thighs with excess fat and would like a more slender or sculpted appearance you may be better suited to liposuction, which can be performed in conjunction with thigh lift.

How is thigh lift surgery performed?
Excess skin is removed along the inner thigh area, which may extend from the inner knee to the groin area and may carry on to the buttock area, depending on the amount of excess skin to be removed.

Who will perform the surgery?
At Premium Care, our surgeons have been selected for their cosmetic surgery skill and knowledge to ensure you get the results you want. All bring world-class training and experience to our patients in Cartagena.

Will I have to stay overnight?
One to two nights stay is generally preferred by thigh lift patients for comfort. As a patient of Premium Care, you will experience exemplary standards of care, service, and facilities in our seven star environment.

What results can I expect from a thighplasty?
You can expect slimmer looking thighs with tauter skin where the excess skin used to be.

What is the normal recovery period from this surgery?
Patients of thigh lift surgery are advised to take 2-3 weeks holiday from work.

Can I combine a thigh lift with other procedures?
You may also be interested in an arm lift, tummy tuck, or body lift which are also great for people who have recently lost a lot of weight. If you wish to have some excess fat removed, rather than excess skin, you may like to explore liposuction.

At Premium Care Plastic Surgery, our surgeons work together on body contouring cases. Two surgeons operating with a specialized team makes cases much more efficient. This decreases surgical time, decreases complications and discomfort after surgery, and improves results. This improved efficiency also makes it possible to perform multiple procedures during a short anesthetic time (less than 4 hours), allowing patients to enjoy the benefits of combination procedures without increased anesthetic risks associated with longer procedures. Our patients undergoing cosmetic surgery after major weight loss love this aspect of our service at Premium Care Plastic Surgery.

How do I arrange to have a thigh lift?
If you would like to arrange a consultation to discuss this or any other surgery in more detail, you can fill out our consultation request online or call us at (+57) 312 545 5569 in Cartagena and (+1) 305 848 1909 in United States to schedule an appointment with one of our plastic surgeons.  You’ll be amazed about how affordable cosmetic plastic surgery can be, and with an experience like no other!