Show your legs again with a thigh lift
Many people find shapeless or untoned thighs to be less aesthetically pleasing. Clothing items such as bikinis, short skirts, or form-fitting evening dresses can then seem less flattering. Pregnancies, significant weight loss, or age-related changes can cause excess skin or fat tissue to develop on the thighs. This tissue sometimes appears in the form of so-called saddle bags or cellulite ("orange peel skin") and makes the legs look less firm.
This tissue sometimes appears in the form of so-called saddle bags or cellulite ("orange peel skin") and makes the legs look less firm.
In such cases, liposuction alone is often not sufficient to achieve the desired result. At PraxisClinic Jadore – depending on the individual starting situation – an operative thigh lift can therefore be considered to reduce excess skin or tissue. The goal of the procedure can be that patients feel more comfortable in figure-hugging clothing again.
Dr. Christoph Jethon can – in coordination with the patient's personal wishes – surgically remove excess tissue and skin from the thighs and remodel the tissue. If necessary, an additional liposuction can be performed. Combining procedures can help improve the contour of the thighs.
Dr. Jethon at PraxisClinic Jadore is your experienced surgeon and partner for the operative thigh lift
If you choose operative tightening of your thighs at PraxisClinic Jadore, you have found an experienced partner in Dr. Christoph Jethon. Dr. Jethon accompanies you with his extensive experience and skill in all phases of the operation he personally performs so that you reach your personal goal: the plastic‑surgical correction of your body for a new, attractive appearance. Dr. Christoph Jethon places his many years of experience as an expert in dermolipectomy and his pronounced aesthetic sense for balanced proportions at your service – for a visual result that will delight you.
The right surgical method for a successful thigh lift
For each thigh lift he performs, Dr. Christoph Jethon tailors the required procedure to the individual anatomy; his goal is always to create a coherent appearance that harmonizes with the whole body.
Dr. Christoph Jethon keeps the number and length of incisions required as small as possible. When tightening the inner thighs, these run almost invisibly in the groin backward into the gluteal fold, and, if necessary, also along the inner thigh toward the knee.
In some cases Dr. Christoph Jethon can combine the thigh lift with a liposuction to further improve the contour. The aim of the procedure is to achieve a harmonious silhouette that becomes visible after the healing process is complete. The preliminary result is usually clearly visible just a few weeks after the operation.
Risks and visible consequences of a thigh lift
Performing an operative thigh lift requires several incisions, so after the anesthesia wears off you may experience pain at these sites. Bruising and swelling can also occur there; these are not a serious problem or risk and usually subside after a few days. Tension or numbness sensations can also occur, which are also normal and temporary side effects of the operative thigh lift.
The scars resulting from the surgery are noticeable and visible in the first weeks and also after the stitches are removed; over time their sensitivity decreases, they continue to recede and eventually become barely visible. Therefore, when placing the incisions required for the thigh lift, Dr. Christoph Jethon pays great attention to achieving the least conspicuous scar course possible; he achieves this with short incisions, provided this is feasible depending on the amount of excess skin to be removed. In addition, the special technique Dr. Jethon uses when suturing reduces scar size and visibility to a minimum.
Your shared path with Dr. Christoph Jethon to youthful, firm thighs
You will walk the path to achieving your desire for firm, slim thighs together with Dr. Christoph Jethon; all the individual steps together make the ultimate success of an operative thigh lift at PraxisClinic Jadore.
Your personal preoperative consultation with Dr. Christoph Jethon about your upcoming thigh lift
If you are planning an operative tightening of your thighs at PraxisClinic Jadore, Dr. Christoph Jethon will first hold a detailed conversation with you, during which he takes time to learn your personal wishes regarding your ideal appearance. He will clarify how these can be realized through a thigh lift and, if applicable, additional measures. During the consultation, Dr. Jethon will also explain the path to achieving the mutually agreed result of the necessary surgery, as well as the costs involved. To exclude all health risks as far as possible, possible allergies to medications or care substances and the anesthesia are also discussed. A supplementary medical history may clarify these if your medical background suggests it. Finally, Dr. Christoph Jethon will also inform you about what you can already do before the operation to optimally prepare for the planned procedure.
How to best prepare for an operative thigh lift
The incisions created during the surgery always need some time to heal. You can actively support this healing process yourself by following the guidelines below as best as possible about 2 weeks before the planned surgery date:
Nutrition and weight loss
Human thighs also contain a layer of fatty tissue. Its composition is partly genetically determined, but it also depends on your dietary habits. If you therefore wish to go on a diet to reduce your body weight at the time of your thigh lift, you should ideally finish it beforehand; only then can Dr. Christoph Jethon plan the exact scope of the dermolipectomy and thus the result of your thigh lift.
Medication intake
Starting about two weeks before your planned thigh lift, you should stop taking all medications that increase bleeding tendency – these include aspirin and all products containing acetylsalicylic acid, as well as sleeping aids. Exceptions are of course medications that are medically necessary and prescribed by your doctor; please inform Dr. Jethon about these during the preparatory consultation.
Tobacco and alcohol
Regular smoking increases the risk of circulatory disorders and also impairs wound healing, which is particularly important after surgery. Regular alcohol consumption also has a negative effect. For these reasons, Dr. Christoph Jethon advises giving both up entirely or significantly reducing them at least 2 weeks before the operation.
Checklist for preparing for the thigh lift:
- Complete any weight-reducing diet before the procedure
- Avoid all medications with blood-thinning effects and sleeping aids
- No tobacco or alcohol consumption about 2 weeks before the surgery date
How is the operation performed for a thigh lift?
Before the procedure, Dr. Christoph Jethon draws the exact course of the incision lines in the groin or on the inner side of your thighs; you stand so that he can best plan the required position and length.
You will then receive sedation-analgesia so that you are in a twilight sleep during the operation. Depending on the scope of the measures agreed with you beforehand, which may also include a liposuction in this area, the procedure lasts between 2 and 4 hours.
Dr. Christoph Jethon performs the thigh lift personally; with his many years of experience in dermolipectomy he makes the necessary incisions as short and inconspicuous as possible. He then removes the excess fatty tissue including the bothersome skin areas. Dr. Jethon sutures the incisions so that the surgical scars are as inconspicuous as possible after complete healing.
You will receive a compression dressing that is intended to relieve the thigh muscles in the following weeks and thereby optimally support scar formation. For the thigh lift operation Dr. Christoph Jethon recommends a 1–2 day hospital stay for recovery.
Checklist for the thigh lift operation
- General anesthesia
- Duration of surgery: between 2–4 hours
- 1–2 day hospital stay recommended
What should I pay attention to in the days after the operation?
To avoid impairing wound healing and scar formation, you should avoid all movements in the following days that strain the thigh muscles and thus the skin. When sleeping, avoid positions that could particularly stress the wound areas. The best position is on your back, which spares the thighs the most.
For the following 6 weeks you should absolutely refrain from any sporting activities, including running, jogging, and all physical movements that require bending the legs.
Sauna visits are also not recommended during this time so that the healing process of the scars and tissue is not impaired. Ideally, you should also not go to work for the next 1–2 weeks to reduce all leg movements.
Checklist for the weeks immediately after the surgery:
- Avoid sports, long walks and extreme leg movements such as bending for about 6 weeks
- No showering or sauna visits in the following 1–2 weeks
- Pause from all work activities for 1–2 weeks
Healing process of the thigh lift and postoperative care
A few days after the procedure, dressings are changed during the follow-up appointment. You will also receive a compression dressing immediately after the operation that not only supports and relieves the thigh muscles but also shapes them. Bruising, pain and swelling are largely prevented as a result.
Dr. Christoph Jethon removes the stitches 2–3 weeks after the operation. Afterwards you should continue to avoid all physical exertion and stress on the thigh muscles so that the scars do not tear and change shape. They will then continue to recede and fade. Shortly thereafter you can admire your new, firm thigh contour in the mirror and again wear shorter clothing.
Checklist for postoperative care:
- Wear a compression garment for 4–6 weeks to support the thighs
- Removal of stitches after 2–3 weeks
- Socially presentable: immediately
- No sports and no heavy lifting for 6 weeks
Complementary treatments for a harmonious body silhouette
In some cases the result of the thigh lift can be complemented by liposuction on the upper arms, arm lift as well as by abdominoplasty and breast lift – because after weight loss these areas of the body may also require correction.
How much does a thigh lift cost?
As a rule, only approximate costs can be given for surgical procedures, since the price is individually determined by the effort and duration of the procedure and also the necessary overnight stays at our PraxisClinic Jadore.
An overview of our treatment prices can be found on our price list.
