Thigh Lift in Princeton, NJ
A thigh lift, or thighplasty, removes excess skin and fat from the inner and outer thighs to create a firmer, smoother and more proportionate contour. At Princeton Rejuvenation Institute, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jamie R. Wisser, MD, FACS performs thigh lifts in Princeton, NJ. Schedule your consultation today.
What Is a Thigh Lift?
A thigh lift, or thighplasty, is a body contouring procedure, like brachioplasty, that removes excess skin and fat from the inner and outer thighs. Sagging thigh skin is common after massive weight loss, pregnancy and aging, and diet and exercise cannot fix skin laxity. A thigh lift improves leg shape, clothing fit and comfort.
Types of Thigh Lift Surgery in Princeton, NJ
Inner Thigh Lift (Medial Thighplasty)
- The incision sits in the groin crease and may extend toward the inner knee; the scar is covered by underwear.
- It is most often combined with liposuction.
Outer Thigh Lift (Lateral Thighplasty)
- Incisions run along the outer hip and thigh and may be incorporated into a belt lipectomy, with which it is often performed.
- It treats sagging outer-thigh skin and "saddlebags" when laxity is too significant for liposuction alone.
Combining Procedures
A thigh lift can be paired with an abdominoplasty, belt lipectomy, brachioplasty or liposuction. For less laxity, limb liposculpting may be an option. Dr. Wisser decides whether to combine or stage procedures. Surgery may be performed at our accredited Reliant Surgical Center.
Who Is a Good Candidate for a Thigh Lift?
You may be a candidate if you:
- Have loose skin on the inner or outer thighs
- Are at or near a stable, healthy weight
- Have lost weight through bariatric surgery or lifestyle changes
- Are a non-smoker in good health with realistic expectations
Thigh lifts are performed for both women and men.
What Is Recovery Like After a Thigh Lift?
- Swelling, bruising and discomfort for about two to three weeks
- Compression garments to support healing
- Drains, possible depending on the procedure
- Light activity after about two to three weeks; exercise after four to six weeks
- Groin scars that fade significantly over 12 to 18 months
Nurse Concierge home post-op nursing is available. See our patient resources.
How Long Do Thigh Lift Results Last?
Results are long-lasting with a stable weight, though aging continues. Results vary by patient; see our before and after gallery.
Why Choose Our Princeton Thigh Lift Surgeons?
- Board-certified expertise. Dr. Wisser is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and among NY and NJ's top-rated plastic surgeons. Meet our doctors.
- Experience after weight loss. He offers complete lower and upper body contouring.
- Full-service care. From surgery to non-invasive treatments at our Rejuvenation Spa & Laser Center.
We serve Princeton, East Windsor, Cranbury, West Windsor, Plainsboro, Lawrenceville and across NJ and NY.
Schedule Your Thigh Lift Consultation in Princeton, NJ
Call 609-448-9055 or request your consultation online. Our office is at 300 B Princeton Hightstown Road, Suite 101, East Windsor, NJ 08520.
