Thigh Lift

What is Thigh Lift?

A thigh lift removes loose, sagging skin from the inner or outer thighs, often resulting from significant weight loss or aging. The procedure creates smoother, more toned thigh contours by excising excess skin and tightening remaining tissue.

What to Know Before You Go

💡 Pro Tip: Thigh lift is often combined with other body contouring procedures like tummy tuck and arm lift for comprehensive post-weight-loss transformation at a package price—ask about combination savings.

⚠️ Insider Note: Scars from thigh lift are placed in the groin crease and inner thigh, making them hidden by most underwear and swimwear. They fade significantly over 12-18 months with proper scar care.

Cost of Thigh Lift in Turkey

Savings: Turkey offers 60-70% savings on thigh lift compared to UK/USA prices.

What's Included

Thigh lift packages in Turkey typically cover:

Benefits

The Procedure

Step 1 – Anesthesia: General anesthesia administered.

Step 2 – Incision: Made in groin crease (inner thigh) or hip area (outer thigh).

Step 3 – Tissue Removal: Excess skin and fat excised (90-150 minutes).

Step 4 – Closure: Remaining tissue tightened, layered sutures placed.

Duration: 2-4 hours total.

Recovery & Downtime

Potential Side Effects

Is Thigh Lift Right for You?

Ideal candidates:

Not suitable for:

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I have visible scars?

Scars are strategically placed in the groin crease and inner thigh where they're hidden by underwear and swimwear. They appear red initially but fade to thin, pale lines over 12-18 months with proper scar care.

How long do thigh lift results last?

Results are permanent as long as you maintain stable weight. Significant weight fluctuations can cause new skin laxity. Natural aging continues slowly, but improvement is long-lasting.

When can I return to work?

Most patients return to desk jobs within 2 weeks. Physical or active jobs may require 4-6 weeks off. Discuss your specific work requirements with your surgeon.

Can thigh lift be combined with liposuction?

Yes—liposuction is often performed simultaneously to remove fat and optimize contouring. This combination provides better results than either procedure alone for many patients.

Is thigh lift painful?

Moderate discomfort is expected for the first week, well-controlled with prescribed pain medication. Tightness and pulling sensations are common. By week 2, most patients manage with over-the-counter pain relief.

What causes sagging thighs?

Significant weight loss (especially 50+ pounds), aging, genetics, and loss of skin elasticity are the primary causes. Exercise can tone muscles but cannot tighten loose skin.

When can I exercise again?

Light walking encouraged from day 1. Light upper body exercise after 2-3 weeks. Lower body and full workouts after 6-8 weeks. Avoid strain on incision sites during healing.

Can I sit after thigh lift?

Yes, sitting is allowed but may be uncomfortable for the first 1-2 weeks due to incision location. Use a cushion and avoid prolonged sitting initially. Standing and light walking are encouraged.