Inner vs. Outer Thigh Lift – Which One’s For You?

A thigh lift, also known as thighplasty, is used to remove extra skin and reduce redundant fat to achieve firmer thighs that look smooth and youthful. A sudden loss in weight can often render your skin unable to snap back to its original condition which eventually results in baggy thighs that look dimpled and flabby. Thigh lift in Dubai is performed with an aim to sculpt and contour such thighs to make them look proportional with the rest of the body.

During the surgery, incisions are drawn along the natural creases of the skin to ensure that scars can be hidden easily later on. The surgery can take different forms. It can be a mini, inner, or outer lift. This blog discusses the inner and outer thigh lift to explain what works best for patients with unique needs.

What Is An Inner Thigh Lift?

The inner T lift is also known as the medial thigh lift as it involves trimming sagging skin and fat from the medial and inner sides of your thighs. The ultimate result is reshaped thighs that look toned and smooth.

During the inner lift surgery, the Plastic Surgeon draws incision along the groin region which either makes it way to the back of the thigh or travels down till the knee joint. The choice of approach depends on the extent of correction needed since dramatic results can be introduced if the incisions are extensive. Finally, the cuts are closed with the help of sutures or skin adhesives.

What Is An Outer Thigh Lift?

Outer T lift, also known as bilateral thigh lift, targets the frontal and outer portions of the thighs to tighten the skin and reduce unwanted fat. The purpose is to get rid of the excess tissue that makes your thighs look lumpy and old.

During the outer thigh lift, Plastic Surgeon make incisions in the groin region where the lower edge of your underwear lies. This incision is then extended toward the hip in an upward trajectory and is finally drawn across the lower back. The skin is then lifted and pulled, and the underlying tissues are readjusted. Extra skin is also trimmed to get rid of the saggy appearance.

Which One Is For You?

A detailed consultation session with your Plastic Surgeon can help you identify the best option for yourself as the experts will evaluate your body condition and assess your anatomy to recommend the most suitable approach.

You are an ideal candidate for the inner thigh lift if:

• You have maintained a stable weight
• You are facing skin laxity in the inner thigh region
• You have stubborn fat pockets that don’t go away
• You have excess soft tissue in the medial thigh portion

You will make a good candidate for the outer thigh lift if:

• You are not experiencing dramatic weight gain or loss
• You have skin folds in lateral thigh area
• You have sagging buttocks
• You have loose soft tissue on the frontal thighs

Sometimes, Plastic Surgeons perform both thigh lifts simultaneously if there is significant skin laxity and comprehensive improvements are needed.

Want to Know More?

If you are interested in knowing more about thigh lift in Dubai, feel free to contact the Al Shunnar patient care team. Our coordinators will readily schedule a personal consultation session for you with one of our Board Certified Plastic Surgeons.

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I am practicing as Seo Content Expert at Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery in Dubai.