Surgical thigh lift at PANTEA® in Munich
In the thigh area, particularly on the inner thighs, sagging of the skin can occur after weight fluctuations, as part of normal skin ageing or after liposuction. In such cases, many patients consider a thigh lift.
Both excess skin and unwanted fatty tissue on the inside of the thighs are removed to give the legs a firmer appearance. The thigh lift smoothes the remaining skin and significantly changes the contour of the thigh, making it look firmer and more youthful.
Your thigh lift in good hands with PANTEA®
Our renowned private practice for plastic and aesthetic surgery offers you not only holistic lipoedema treatment but also all available treatment options in the field of breast surgery and skin-tightening and body-shaping surgery at the highest quality level.
We take care of your well-being with our holistic approach, from the initial consultation to aftercare following an operation.
Our aim is for you to feel completely comfortable in your body again and experience a better quality of life, attractiveness and health.
For a satisfactory aesthetic result, we are at your side as your trusted companion not only before and during the treatment, but also afterwards.
Your experts for thigh lifts at PANTEA®
At PANTEA® you can expect a whole team of highly qualified specialists who have been intensively involved in treatments in the field of plastic aesthetic surgery for many years.
Every year, we successfully perform more than 700 operations to the satisfaction of our patients .
Dr. med. Maria Wetzel
Dr. med. Bettina Geßner
Our interdisciplinary approach combines the comprehensive knowledge of plastic aesthetic surgery with aesthetic medicine and gynecology.
Thanks to this unique complementary expertise and our holistic approach to treatment, we always achieve the best possible treatment outcome for our patients.
The focus is on you
As specialists in plastic and aesthetic surgery and medical experts, we know all your worries and fears.
Every patient's wishes are different and so is every patient. We look after you holistically and empathetically and take plenty of time for your treatment.
Arrange a consultation with us now:
+49 (0) 89 - 38 38 08 66
Introducing your plastic & aesthetic surgery experts at PANTEA® in Munich
Let us improve your beauty and health
Arrange a consultation with us now:
+49 (0) 89 - 38 38 08 66
Why can a thigh lift improve your quality of life?
The natural ageing process and the associated loss of skin elasticity, but also weight loss, can lead to excess skin in the thigh area. This is often perceived as unaesthetic and is hidden under long clothing. If the thighs rub against each other when walking due to sagging of the skin and excess skin, skin irritation and inflammation may result.
This often leads to the desire for a thigh lift. Like any surgical procedure, a thigh lift should always be discussed individually with the patient, as the planning and execution of this procedure, including the resulting scarring, must be tailored to the initial findings.
In most cases, a tightening in the inner thigh area is sufficient. A crescent-shaped skin spindle is removed. The scar can be placed in the groin and gluteal fold.
If severe weight loss or liposuction, e.g. for lipoedema, has been performed, there is often a pronounced excess of skin in the thigh area. In this case, it may be necessary to perform an additional vertical lift in which the scar on the inside of the thighs is positioned from the groin to just above the knee joint.
Depending on the initial findings, it may also make sense to combine a thigh lift with liposuction in the area to be lifted. The extent of the thigh lift in particular can only be determined during a personal consultation with our experts in the PANTEA® team.
Treatment procedure for a thigh lift at PANTEA® in Munich
Medical treatment comprises several steps: from diagnosis through to completion of treatment.
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The first step at PANTEA® is a detailed consultation. Our doctors will take time for you, answer your questions and carry out a photo documentation, ultrasound and physical examination.
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Depending on the findings, we will work with you to determine an individual treatment plan and discuss all the options for optimally implementing your desired treatment.
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Together with our patients, we decide on the most suitable surgical method for a thigh lift during the consultation.
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The day before the operation you should drink enough fluids and get enough sleep so that you can have the operation in a healthy and rested state.
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On the day of the thigh lift operation, you should arrive at the clinic on an empty stomach, i.e. you should not eat anything for at least 6 hours before the operation and not drink anything for at least 2 hours before the operation.
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After the operation, our patients receive a "post-op kit". This contains useful aids, as well as hints and tips for optimal behavior during the healing phase and afterwards, as well as high-quality nutritional supplements and nutriceuticals to support the healing phase and the sustainable transition to a healthy and balanced diet.
Of course, we are always available to answer our patients' questions after the operation.
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We recommend that you take approx. 1 to 3 weeks off after the operation. Aftercare includes wearing compression garments day and night for approx. 4-6 weeks. After 6 to 8 weeks, you may resume light sports activities.
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Follow-up appointments are made after the operation in consultation with the surgeon, depending on the healing process. In addition, follow-up appointments can of course be arranged at any time in the event of uncertainties or questions after the operation.
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We take a holistic approach at PANTEA® and are therefore not only there for you before and during the operation, but are of course also at your side after the thigh lift.
Would you like to exchange ideas in person?
The PANTEA® team of doctors will be happy to answer any questions you may have during a personal consultation.
Make an appointment for an initial consultation:
+49 (0) 89 - 38 38 08 66
Before the thigh lift
Blood-thinning medication (e.g. aspirin or similar) should no longer be taken one week before the operation.
If you are a smoker, please stop smoking three weeks before the operation.
Please avoid drinking alcohol for approx. 1 week before the operation.
Make sure you drink enough fluids in the days before the procedure.
Please organize a transfer home for the day of discharge. An accompanying person is absolutely necessary for this.
After the thigh lift
If you are a smoker, please stop smoking for at least 3 weeks after the operation.
Please avoid drinking alcohol for approx. 1 week after the operation.
It is necessary and recommended to wear compression garments day and night for approx. 6 weeks.
Sport should be avoided for 6 weeks after the operation. After that, light sport can be resumed.
A healthy diet, supported by specific nutritional supplements and regular exercise, are crucial for the long-term success of the therapy.
Your advantages with PANTEA®
All surgical procedures are of course carried out personally by the specialists advising you.
Extensive experience from more than 700 successful operations per year.
Premium concept in a modern private practice in Munich with high-quality equipment, the latest medical equipment and its own outpatient procedure room.
Surgery and inpatient stay at the premium private clinic Iatros in the center of Munich with modern single and double rooms and a very friendly and competent nursing staff.
From woman to woman - personal advice and gentle treatment at eye level.
We are a family business with a highly competent, experienced, dynamic and friendly team.
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Questions about the surgical thigh lift
In principle, a thigh lift can be performed on an adult of any age. A stable desired weight should have been achieved before a thigh lift. A thigh lift can significantly and lastingly improve the contour of the thigh. The excess skin no longer has to be hidden under long clothing and the legs no longer rub against each other when moving.
The team of doctors at the PANTEA® Private Practice for Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery will be happy to advise you in a personal consultation and explain the details of a thigh lift.
A thigh lift is performed under general anesthesia. Liposuction is often performed on the inner thighs first and then the excess skin in this area is removed.
We use self-dissolving sutures for skin closure.
We recommend a hospital stay of around 2 nights after the procedure. After the operation, you will be fitted with compression garments, which you should wear for approx. 6 weeks. The final result will be visible after 4 to 6 months. It will take approx. 6-12 months until the scars have healed optimally and the visibility of the scars is inconspicuous.
As with other operations, general or specific complications can occur during a thigh lift. Hematomas (bruising) or swelling of the skin are normal reactions after the procedure and usually disappear within two to three weeks.
(Temporary) sensory disturbances in the inner thighs and knees are also normal. The sensation usually returns to normal within a few months. However, permanent disorders can occur.
In rare cases, an accumulation of blood or fluid may occur. It can usually be punctured and removed in a sterile manner. Only very rarely is a second operation necessary to remove the fluid and prevent a wound healing disorder or hardened scars.
If a vertical scar is combined with a transverse scar in the groin during the procedure, in rare cases there may be a wound healing disorder in the area of the intersection. Surgical intervention for correction is rarely necessary.
After a thigh lift, our patients are closely monitored in our consultation hours. As we use self-dissolving sutures, no suture removal is necessary.
We recommend that our patients take at least 2-3 weeks off to recover from the procedure. Depending on your professional activity, more time may be necessary for recovery and rest. You should not expose yourself to any heavy physical strain for about six weeks after the operation.
For optimal results after the thigh lift, compression garments should be worn on the legs day and night for 6 weeks. Light sport is possible again after approx. 6 weeks.
A thigh lift results in a longitudinal scar on the inside of the thigh. This scar is positioned so that it is not visible when standing with the legs closed. Depending on the findings, an additional scar may need to be placed in the groin area. In some cases, a crescent-shaped tightening in the groin area is also sufficient, creating a scar along the crease from approximately the middle of the thigh to the middle of the gluteal fold.
Our experienced experts within our team of doctors at the Pantea Private Practice for Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery will be happy to explain the best technique for you in a personal consultation.
Our most important goal in a successful thigh lift is not only to create an aesthetically beautiful, firm and more youthful thigh, but also to keep scarring as minimal and inconspicuous as possible by using the latest techniques.
Any swelling and hematomas that occur will subside on their own after approx. 4 to 6 weeks.
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