Thigh Lift After Gastric Sleeve (For Less Than 80kg Weight)

· Those in Bangkok, Thailand for more than a week.
· Those with excess skin and fat around the thighs that do not go away with exercises.
· Those with saggy, dimpled, or flabby thighs appearance due to major weight loss.
· Those who wish to reshape, tone, and tighten the skin around the thighs.
· Those who wish to enhance the shape and symmetry of their thighs.

Thigh lift, or sometimes known as thigh surgery or thighplasty is a surgical procedure that aims to restore firmness to the thighs by cutting away loose skin through an incision along the inguinal area, resulting in smoother skin and better contours for the thighs and lower body.

This procedure is commonly performed especially for those who have gone through a great weight loss journey and have loose drooping skin on their inner thighs. In order to maintain results of thighplasty, muscle toning exercises should be done before surgery and after recovery.

This procedure is done for those who have undergone a gastric sleeve. A gastric sleeve is a procedure in which a part of your stomach is removed and the remaining portions are joined together to make a new smaller-sized stomach or 'sleeve'. With just 1/10th the size of the original stomach, you will feel full a lot quicker and reduce food intake.

In a thigh lift, transverse or vertical incision is as explained below:

· Transverse Incision: An incision that creates a horizontal cut and may produce a visible scar. However, patients are often willing to tolerate the scars to solve their issues.

· Vertical Incision: An incision that creates a vertical cut at the inner part of the thigh and may be done until the knee or ankle. Typically applied for patients who have excess skin around the thigh. May leave a T-shaped scar.

The right type of incisions should be determined by our affiliated doctors. The right incision type will be chosen based on your condition and desired result, as well as other factors.

1. Anesthesia will be administered.
2. An incision of transverse or vertical will be performed.
3. The skin will be lifted and the excess fat will be removed.
4. Incisions will be closed.

<Advantages>
· Reshapes your thighs
· Tightens skin at the upper leg area
· Removes unwanted fat and skin tissue at the thighs
· Gives better overall body contour
· Long-lasting results
· Safe procedure

<Limitations>
· Swelling and bruising may prolong up to 3 to 4 weeks
· Liposuction may be necessary before undergoing a thigh lift procedure (for those with a lot of excess fat)

· Stop taking blood-thinning medications at least 4 weeks prior to the surgery
· Strictly no smoking for at least 4 weeks before the procedure as it could lead to surgery complications
· No eating or drinking for at least 8 hrs prior to the procedure
· Share your medical history including any allergies to the doctor

· Always wear a special compression garment for 4 to 5 weeks
· Avoid physical works for 1 to 2 months
· Refrain from any participation in strenuous activities or exercises for 6 to 8 weeks
· Refrain from sitting on your incisions for at least 2 to 3 weeks

It's important to consult with the doctor to understand and be informed about your overall condition and results. Generally, undergoing surgeries is often associated with potential complications. Similarly for thigh lift, risks include:

· Anesthesia risks
· Poor wound healing
· Bleeding
· Infection
· Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications

Q1: Will the scars from my thigh surgery procedure ever heal?
A1: Yes. Wound healing will continue until the scars mature over 6 to 12 months.

Q2: Are results of this procedure permanent?
A2: Significant fluctuations in weight will negate the results of surgery. If your weight is maintained, so will the results of your thigh surgery.

Q3: Will aging affect the results of my thigh surgery?
A3: Some firmness in the thighs can be lost over the years due to the natural process of aging.

Q4: If I have a lot of excess fat at my thighs, can I get a thigh surgery right after my liposuction procedure?
A4: No. If you plan on going for a thigh surgery after your liposuction session, the duration between these 2 treatments should be about half a year.

Q5: Will the recovery be painful?
A5: You may experience some discomfort especially during the early stage of recovery, but it will be bearable. Please adhere to the doctor's aftercare advice for a good recovery process.

[Clinic Name] Sikarin Hospital
[Location] Bangkok, Thailand
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] Walking distance to restaurants, banks, gym, and fitness center
[Clinic Opening Time] 24 hrs