Thigh Liposuction in Atlanta, GA

What Are the Benefits?

People may consider liposuction in the thigh area for various reasons, including to combat stubborn fat deposits, to better contour the thigh shape and proportion, to help their clothing fit properly, to address post-pregnancy changes or the natural effects of aging, or to alleviate discomfort caused by a medical condition such as lipedema, which can cause an abnormal buildup of fat in the thighs that can cause pain and inhibit mobility.

Even though it is not a weight loss method, liposuction used in the thigh area to remove excess fat will make a difference in how the treated areas look and may also reflect on the scale. Some benefits of liposuction in the thigh area include:

• Removal of “saddlebags”;
• Creation of thigh gap so no more rubbing together or chaffing;
• Smoother, shapelier legs;
• Smaller thighs will help clothing fit better;
• Boosts self-confidence.

Who Is a Candidate?

The best results from thigh liposuction are achieved by patients who:

• • Are in good overall health;
  • Are close to their ideal body weight;
  • People with firm, elastic skin, and good muscle tone;
  • Have adequate elasticity in their thighs;
  • Do not have serious medical conditions.

Thigh Lipo for Men

Women traditionally tend to store and carry fat in their thighs more than men, but men are also beginning to recognize the benefits of thigh lipo. As men age, some develop fat deposits in their thighs despite regular workouts and a healthy diet. Because most men generally do not have issues in this area, these men can be more sensitive to this imperfection, which can affect their self-esteem and confidence levels. Liposuction in the thigh area offers them a fairly quick and minimally invasive option to address this unwanted fat.

What Should I Expect After My Thigh Liposuction?

Thigh liposuction is normally performed using local anesthesia. The surgeon will strategically place tiny incisions to ensure all fat deposit locations are targeted. The surgeon will take care to place the incisions in places where the resulting scars will be less noticeable. A small instrument called a cannula is inserted into the incisions, and using a back and forth motion, the fat is vacuumed out. The targeted locations to be liposuctioned are carefully chosen to ensure proportional and natural-looking results.

Following liposuction in the thigh area, patients need to wear a compression garment for a few weeks that will provide support, suppress swelling, control fluid buildup, and assist in achieving the new contoured look of their thighs. Many patients experience little or no downtime after thigh lipo, but recovery is dependent on the type of procedure performed. Patients are encouraged to walk immediately after the procedure to help speed up the healing process. Strenuous exercise and activity should be done only after being cleared by the surgeon.