Thigh Lift Nashville, TN | Jacob G. Unger, MD

Understanding Thigh Lift Surgery

Time, heredity, weight loss, and other factors can lead to excess skin developing over the inner and outer thighs. A medial thigh lift at Nashville Plastic Surgery Institute, also known as a thighplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to contour and remove excess skin while reshaping both the inner and outer thighs.

Benefits of Thigh Lift Surgery

This transformative procedure offers multiple advantages for patients, including:

• Improved leg and thigh proportions
• Enhanced body contour
• Increased self-confidence
• More comfortable clothing fit

Ideal Candidates for Thigh Lift

Patients considering a thigh lift typically exhibit one or more of the following characteristics:

• Loose and sagging skin on inner and/or outer thighs
• Disproportionate thigh size compared to body
• Difficulty wearing fitted clothing
• Excess skin causing discomfort or rashes
• At a stable goal weight

Surgical Details and Procedure

Dr. Jacob Unger performs thigh lift surgery under general anesthesia at a fully accredited surgical facility. The procedure typically takes two to three hours, depending on the extent of tissue removal and contouring required.

Surgical Approach

The procedure involves strategic incision placement, often along the inner thigh or groin area, to minimize visible scarring. Liposuction is frequently performed alongside skin removal to optimize body contouring and achieve smoother results.

Recovery and Expectations

Patients can expect the following during recovery:

• Initial supportive garment and dressings
• Approximately two weeks before returning to work
• No heavy lifting for six weeks
• Gradual reduction in swelling over 3-4 months

Potential Combination Procedures

A thigh lift can be safely combined with complementary procedures such as arm lifts, tummy tucks, or breast lifts, though the number of simultaneous procedures will be carefully evaluated for patient safety.

For more information about Thigh Lift in Nashville, TN, submit an enquiry to Jacob G. Unger, MD.