Would I need to have a thigh lift for good results or would liposuction with J-plasma be enough? (Photo)

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Twice ive lost 6 stone and have now been left with thick thighs and 1 baggy leg. I was hoping for a thigh lift but ive just had a tummy tuck and it nearly killed me so im really scared to have surgery again. Do i definately need surgery or would liposuction and J-plasma alone be enough please? Or if theres something i can do at home. With it coming into summer my inner thighs rub and cause rashes, bleeding and so much pain. Thankyou

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello Leannehay40 in Great Britain (GB), Thank you for your question regarding a 6-stone (84 lbs/38 kg) weight loss and whether I would need to have a thigh lift for good results or if liposuction with J-plasma would be enough. Thank you for your pictures and your history. Your picture demonstrates some excess fat (thigh lipodystrophy), good skin tone, and no stretch marks. Based on your picture, most plastic surgeons would recommend VASER liposuction with radiofrequency (RF/BodyTite) or J-plasma. Most plastic surgeons would not suggest a thigh for you at this time. Good luck. I hope I have answered your question regarding a 6-stone (84 lbs/38 kg) weight loss and whether I would need to have a thigh lift for good results or if liposuction with J-plasma would be enough. I hope that I have answered your questions regarding the thigh reduction. If you have any more questions regarding the thigh lift, thigh reduction, vertical thigh lift, medial thigh lift, spiral thigh lift, crescent thigh lift, or thigh lipo, contact an experienced plastic surgeon. Please seek an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon with significant experience performing thigh lifts. Do your research. Make sure your chosen plastic surgeon has performed at least 100 thigh lifts. Make sure they have the before-and-after pictures to prove it. Carefully examine their before-and-after pictures and check their reviews on RealSelf. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen, MD, MBA. (President of  the American Society of Bariatric Surgeons; Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery; Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, International College of Surgery, and American Board of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery; and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, RealSelf Hall of Fame, and RealSelf Doctor Advisory Board for Medical Review and Consumer Panel.)

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Leannehay40,

it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.

Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Natalia Vidal Laureano, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question! The inner thigh area can be a bit challenging because the skin is thinner and doesn’t always tighten as well as in other areas.

The good news is that your skin quality looks very good, with minimal looseness, which makes you a strong candidate for liposuction combined with a skin-tightening treatment. Options like J-Plasma or radiofrequency devices (such as Quantum) can help improve skin contraction and overall contour. You may still notice a small amount of looseness when pinching the skin, but when standing, you should see a significant improvement in contour and less inner thigh rubbing.

This approach can give you great results without needing a more invasive thigh lift surgery.

Would I need to have a thigh lift for good results or would liposuction with J-plasma be enough? (Photo)

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