Thigh Lift

Cosmetic Surgery in St. Louis, Missouri

A thigh lift is performed to reshape the thighs through the reduction and lifting of excess skin, and in some cases, the removal of fatty deposits. This provides a smoother appearance to the skin and contours that are better proportioned to the rest of the lower body. Dr. Richard L. Kofkoff focuses much of his St. Louis, Missouri plastic surgery practice on the reshaping and contouring of the body .

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Your Consultation

Dr. Kofkoff uses the consultation as time to build a relationship with his patients. It is important that you are comfortable with him, his team, and every aspect of your procedure prior to scheduling your surgery date. During your consultation, you will discuss issues such as:

• Your general health and your medical history
• Your lifestyle
• Your expectations for the outcome of your procedure
• Various options relating to your procedure

The Thigh Lift Procedure

Thigh lift surgery is performed under general anesthesia. Immediately before surgery, Dr. Kofkoff will mark the areas to be altered with a pen in order to ensure precise incisions. An estimate is made as to the amount of skin that will be removed in order to tighten and lift your thighs. The final scar from your surgery will be along the inner aspect of your thigh and in your groin and buttock crease.

Excess skin and fat are removed, and the remaining skin is elevated and pulled tightly. Most patients recover with only moderate discomfort. You will be advised to avoid excessive leg motion until you have healed properly.

The results of a thigh lift procedure are often immediately visible, but the full and final effects may not be evident for several months. The overall results are long lasting, and the scars will fade with time. It is important with thigh lift surgery, as with any other type of cosmetic surgery, that you maintain a healthy and stable weight and practice good fitness habits.

Any cosmetic surgery procedure is a personal decision that should be considered and researched thoroughly. If you are considering a thigh lift, please contact St. Louis, Missouri cosmetic surgeon Dr. Richard L. Kofkoff today to schedule a consultation.