While our faces are the first part of the body we notice succumb to the signs of aging, they are not the only area aging can affect. Sagging skin can also develop across your legs and may be difficult to get rid of. Alternatively, some individuals who frequently exercise may find it difficult to get rid of stubborn fat tissue on the leg. Both scenarios can be treated with a thigh lift or thigh liposuction treatment. Below, we discuss the differences between thigh lift vs thigh liposuction:
The Procedure: Thigh Lift vs Thigh Liposuction
To fully understand the differences between a thigh lift vs thigh liposuction, we’d have to understand the main differences between them. A thigh lift is similar to a facelift. Surgical incisions are made and used to lift the skin, which is then gently pulled over your underlying muscle tissue for a tightened look and feel. Any excess skin tissue is then removed, and the incision is sutured, leaving you without the unwanted sagging skin you were previously dealing with.
On the other hand, thigh liposuction is designed to get rid of unwanted fat tissue when the individual has not seen wanted results with dieting and exercise. Tiny incisions are made across the treatment area and a cannula is inserted to vacuum out the fat tissue. This liposuction can be combined with Radiofrequency treatment called BodyTite or Renuvion heat are used to melt down the fat, making it easier to remove. The Radiofrequency energy also causes significant skin tightening which can give 2/3 of the skin tightening seen with a thigh lift. The only require local anesthesia throughout the procedure and require only small punctures to the skin.
The Results
Patients of a thigh lift will enjoy tighter skin around their treated leg. Due to the invasiveness of the procedure, most individuals will go through several weeks of healing before the full results are noticed. Patients of thigh liposuction will not require the same length of recovery; additionally, results can be immediately noticed and improve over the next few weeks. Thigh liposuction is typically recommended for those who are in generally good shape and require some extra assistance in getting rid of fat tissue that has not responded to standard dieting and exercise. When thigh liposuction combined with skin tightening with BodyTite or Renuvion will also get nearly the skin tightening of the thigh lift. Individuals going through a thigh lift can also have their procedure paired with thigh liposuction to help remove fat tissue while getting rid of unwanted sagging skin.
Treat Your Legs in St.Louis
If you are having difficulty getting rid of unwanted fat tissue in your thighs or have too much loose skin, let the St. Louis Laser Liposuction Center assist you. Our knowledgeable staff, led by Dr. Wright, are trained in both thigh lifts and thigh liposuction, making sure you can achieve the results you want. Call today for your free consultation and see if you are a candidate for one of these great procedures.
