Thigh Liposuction
The inner thighs and outer thighs are common stubborn fat areas. Whether it’s inner-thigh chaffing or saddlebags making it difficult to find the perfect jeans, Imagen uses SmartLipo with Renuvion to remove unwanted fat and sculpt the thighs to attain a more desirable shape. If you’re considering inner thigh lipo for slimmer, elegant legs, the inner knees and outer thighs are common areas added for a cohesive look.
Which Thigh Areas can be Treated with Liposuction?
Inner Thighs
The inner thighs are often resistant to dieting and exercise. Luckily, this problem area is easily targeted using SmartLipo. Women are often looking for that “thigh gap” look, and should discuss their expectations with the doctor prior to surgery. Women do have a genetic predisposition to storing fat around the thighs and they love how inner thigh liposuction relieves chafing.
Outer Thighs
Outer thigh liposuction can have a beautifully slimming effect for patients. The stubborn fat stored in the outer thighs tends to be globular and heavier than the fat that is deposited in the inner thighs. While dieting and exercise can reduce fat deposits, patients with large amounts of excess fat in areas such as the saddlebags may find lipo the most effective way to achieve desired results. This area can make a huge difference in your silhouette and completely change how your clothes fit you.
Inner Knees
During the initial consultation, the doctor will evaluate the shape of your leg to determine which areas would benefit the most from SmartLipo. For some, the best final result may include the inner knees. This can help to give a nice taper from your thighs to your calves.
Banana Roll
The Banana Roll is the little roll of fat that often accumulates on the back of the upper thigh, just under the buttock. This area is very delicate and care must be used with lipo in this area to avoid disrupting the support for the buttock. “Botched” lipo cases can happen when a surgeon aggressively suctions this area, causing the buttock to “drop,” giving it a saggy appearance. Be sure to discuss this concern with your surgeon prior to scheduling your procedure.
Are You a Good Candidate for a Thigh Liposuction?
The ideal candidate for thigh lipo is in generally good health and near to their ideal weight. If you have a BMI of over 30, you will get a better result from your plastic surgery if you work on general weight loss first. To determine if you’re an ideal candidate for thigh liposuction, ask yourself these questions:
- Have I tried diet and exercise and still don’t like the look of my thighs?
- Am I in good health?
- Am I at, or close to, my ideal weight?
- Do I have good skin elasticity to help with recovery?
- Do I have realistic expectations?
- Will I follow post op instructions and the treatment plan?
Can You Get a Thigh Gap with Lipo?
Many women are hoping to obtain a “thigh gap” with their inner thigh lipo. Whether this is an attainable goal depends on what your anatomy is like naturally. Some patients have more muscular inner thighs and will never be able to attain a thigh gap. The amount of fat that can be removed will vary from person to person and not everyone will get the same result. For most women, a thigh gap when your feet are together looks unnatural. There should be some space between your inner thighs when you stand with your feet shoulder width apart and this may be a reasonable exception for results depending on how you are built.
Who will Perform my Thigh lipo at Imagen?
Frank Soto Leon, MD – Dr. Frank completed his undergraduate and master’s degrees from the University of Nebraska before studying medicine at Duke University where he also completed his residency and began working in emergency medicine. He performs thousands of SmartLipo and Vaser liposuction procedures every year and has trained doctors all over the world in advanced body contouring.
How Does Liposuction of the Thighs Work?
On the day of your procedure, you should come to the office wearing loose-fitting clothes that can be easily removed. We will take your “Before“ photos and do consent paperwork, then check your vitals. The surgeon will review your pre-op vitals and answer any last-minute questions and then give you an oral sedative. All of our liposuction treatments are done under local anesthesia, so there are none of the risks associated with general anesthesia. Once you’re sleepy, the surgeon will make small incisions and then instill the tumescent numbing solution. Dr Frank will use the SmartLipo laser to melt and break up the fat cells and then use a small suction cannula for fat removal. The final step in the procedure is the Renuvion, which uses helium and radio frequency technology for tissue contraction. Your incisions will be dressed and we will help you into a compression garment and go over the post operative instructions again.
You will return to the office for follow up visits the next day, at 1 week, 1 month, 3 months and 6 months.
Is Inner Thigh Lipo painful?
Because it is a surgical procedure, there will be some discomfort. With the oral sedation and local numbing, most patients tolerate the treatment very well (in fact many don’t even remember the procedure!). After the lipo, there will be some discomfort as well. Most patients describe it as an ache, similar to a deep bruise. Most patients are back to normal activity (other than high impact exercise) after just 2-3 days.
What is the Recovery Period for Inner Thigh Liposuction?
Most patients experience some slight-to-mild discomfort in the treatment area for a few days after thigh liposuction. The pain usually decreases after the second or third day and by a week most patients have little to no remaining discomfort. Numbess is normal and expected and can last for several months. We recommend that you plan at least two days of recovery time following the procedure. You will be wearing a compression garment that will help the tissues to stabilize and control bruising and swelling. You will have some drainage for the first 24-48 hours after the procedure, which is normal. The small incisions will heal and fade with time. We ask that patients avoid any high impact exercise for a few weeks after their procedure, but you can go back to walking and light weight training right away. Most patients are fully recovered and back to their regular exercise routine within a few weeks after surgery.
Thigh Liposuction Plus Cellulaze
Cellulaze is the most popular add on to thigh liposuction. In addition to stubborn fat, more than 80% of women struggle with cellulite on the anterior or posterior thighs. Cellulaze is the only FDA-approved treatment for cellulite that addresses its three main causes – fat, fibrous bands and skin laxity. Imagen is the only clinic in Nebraska to offer Cellulaze.
Thigh Liposuction + Fat Transfer (BBL)
Many patients have asked if a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) can be done with the extracted fat from their thighs. The answer is yes, assuming there is enough thigh fat to use for the BBL (if not you can always harvest from other areas of the body!) This combination can totally transform your figure for beautiful curves in desirable places!
Are There Alternatives to Inner Thigh Lipo?
If you don’t have excessive fat and you have good skin integrity, CoolSculpting can be a great noninvasive treatment for inner thigh volume reduction. The treatment doesn’t require any down time or compression garments and can be cost effective as well!
How Much Does Inner Thigh Liposuction Cost?
Thigh liposuction starts at $2,790 depending on how many areas you want to have treated. The price on your proposal is all-inclusive, meaning there are no hidden fees.
The price of your lipo will include:
- Facility Fee and all pre op visits
- All operative anesthesia while at our clinic for your procedure
- The Thigh Lipo Procedure including Skin Tightening
- Two Compression Garments
- Topical and oral Arnica, Calendua and Scar Treatment
- All follow-up visits
Can I Get Financing for My Cosmetic Surgery?
Elective liposuction procedures are generally not covered by insurance. We offer several financing options to make your liposuction procedure possible with reasonable monthly payments. Be sure to check for monthly specials too!
Schedule Your Consultation for Inner Thigh Lipo
If you are interested in learning more about Thigh Liposuction Surgery, Body Sculpting, Botox, Fillers or other cosmetic procedures, please call us at 402-347-4433 to schedule a free consultation. After a brief exam, our team will discuss your goals and the expectations for your results as well as cost and financing. If you are not in Omaha, Lincoln, Council Bluffs or the surrounding metro, we do offer virtual consultations as well!
