BodyTite Lipo or Thigh Lift: I am 55 years old and have lost 5 stone. (photo)

Thigh lift would likely produce a better result, but this will depend upon your goals and your tolerance for scars.

In your case, Bodytite lipo will not be enough.  You have moderate skin laxity and loss of elasticity, so the thigh lift will be a much better procedure for you.  It is not that the procedure is necessarily complex, but for various reasons some surgeons do not like to perform this operation.  In our practice, this is a routine procedure and I would not do a longitudinal (down the leg) incision in your case, as your laxity is all up at the top.  As long as your health is otherwise fine, you should do well here.  Done properly, the procedure involves very little blood loss and provides a good improvement to the thighs.  

Thank you for your question. Based on your photo you might be a good candidate for BodyTite. BodyTite is a minimally-invasive body contouring procedure that utilizes radio-frequency assisted lipolysis. It combines two successful technologies into a double-duty procedure that reduces fat while simultaneously tightening the skin. Traditional liposuction removes excess fat and then relies on the skin to contract smoothly over the area on its own. BodyTite reduces fat without leaving behind wrinkly or saggy skin thru the use of radio-frequency. For more information, please make sure you get a in person consultation from a board-certified dermatologist.