The procedure is often combined with liposuction. The surgical incision depends on the areas to be addressed. For the inner thigh, the incision is usually in the groin, extending medially along the groin crease (inner thigh lift). For the outer thigh, the incision extends from the groin, around the hip to the back (as a part of lower body lift). The overall thigh may be addressed by an incision starting at the groin crease and then extending downwards till the knee along the inner or back portion of inner thigh. The incisions are usually extensive, but are placed strategically, to decrease their visibility and improve cosmesis.

Excess skin is excised in parts tailoring it to provide tension skin closure. The underlying supportive tissue is often hitched up to the immobile pelvic bone. Finally, the skin is re-draped to give a smooth contour to the thigh. The incisions will be closed either with absorbable sutures or stitches that will be removed within one to two weeks following the surgery.

The smoother, tighter contours are apparent almost immediately following the procedure. Some swelling and bruising is expected for the next few weeks. After the surgery, dressings or bandages are applied, and thethighs may be wrapped in an elastic bandage or a compression garment to minimize swelling.A drain tube may be temporarily placed under the skin to drain any excess blood or fluid.

• Care for the surgical site and drains
• Post-op Medications, including Antibiotics and Pain medication
• Specific restrictions of movement and stretching
• Follow up instructions