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WOOA Plastic Surgery sits in HM Tower on Gangnam-daero, a short walk from Sinnonhyeon and Gangnam stations. As a government-approved centre for international patients, we offer free online consultations, native-level interpreters and 24-hour urgent care support.
A thigh lift at WOOA Plastic Surgery removes loose, sagging skin from the thighs so you can feel a slim, comfortable fit in any pair of trousers. It is part of our body lift family of procedures, planned after a detailed consultation and body composition analysis.
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what is a thigh lift?
A thigh lift is a body lift that targets the thighs. After significant weight loss, pregnancy or with age, thigh skin can stretch and stop bouncing back, and diet or exercise cannot tighten it. WOOA’s thigh lift removes sagging skin from both the inner and outer thighs, and can be combined with thigh liposuction to refine the remaining fat. After diagnosis, we assess whether the sagging affects the whole thigh or is concentrated in the upper area, and then decide whether a full lift is needed.
How Is the Lift Planned?
- Inner and Outer Thighs: Sagging skin can be removed from both the inner and the outer thigh.
- Upper-Thigh Sagging: When laxity is concentrated near the top of the thigh, the plan focuses on that area.
- Full Lift: When the whole thigh is affected, a full lift may be recommended.
- With Liposuction: Combining liposuction with the lift can improve body shape and even give the effect of weight loss.
How Is a Thigh Lift Performed?
- Thigh Liposuction: Fibrous thigh fat is delicately removed with a micro-cannula.
- Minimal Incision: A small incision is made along the groin fold to correct the sagging skin.
- Inner Suturing: Sutures are placed from inside the skin, rather than a zigzag closure, to keep scars as inconspicuous as possible.
- Aftercare: 1–3 hours of rest in a recovery room, compression garments in your size, and personalised care including radiofrequency, ultrasound and massage for 4 weeks.
Who Is It Recommended For?
A thigh lift may suit you if you:
- Have sagging thigh skin that dieting or liposuction has not improved.
- Have more loose skin after rapid weight loss.
- Worry about sagging or unevenness after thigh liposuction.
FAQ
How is a thigh lift different from liposuction?
Liposuction focuses on removing fat, while a lift mainly addresses loose skin and restores firmness. Both can be performed together when needed.
Will There Be Scarring?
The incision is placed along the groin fold, an area covered by clothing. Careful planning and fine suturing minimise scarring, which fades gradually over time.
When will the results settle?
As the swelling goes down, the final shape gradually appears, with the thighs becoming firmer and more sculpted as healing continues. Light exercise can usually start one week after surgery.
Why choose WOOA for a thigh lift?
WOOA has 20 years of accident-free operation, an anesthesiologist on site for every surgery, a university hospital-level safety system and a dedicated international patient centre with native-level interpreters.
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