What kind of clothes to wear while recovering from a thigh lift?

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I have a thigh lift scheduled for Oct. 1st. My surgeon doesn't use compression garments and I'm wondering about the best thing to wear for post-surgery recovery. A skirt/dress so there's no rubbing on the bandages? Or loose pants so my legs aren't rubbing against each other?

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding What to wear after a thigh lift. I always suggest compression garments for a thigh lift. If the concern is the garment's opening in the groin, I have solved that problem by sewing the groin closed, however in my opinion. All thighs swell after a thigh reduction. Therefore compression is essential for optimal healing. I do not perform thigh lifts without a compression garment. 
I specialize in thigh lifts.  I hope that I have answered your questions regarding 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, please contact my office.   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. (“Verified” Plastic Surgeon, President of the American Society of Bariatric Plastic 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 and RealSelf Hall of Fame.)

Ashley Thorburn, MD · Answer

During thigh lift recovery, prioritize loose and comfortable clothing to minimize irritation and allow for easy movement. Choose breathable fabrics like cotton, and consider garments with a loose fit around the thighs to avoid unnecessary pressure on the treated area. Additionally, front-button tops or loose dresses may be more convenient, as they minimize friction when dressing and undressing. Always follow your surgeon’s recommendations for post-surgery care and attire.

Diego Ampudia, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

If your surgeon does not use compression garments, the recommendation could be to choose comfortable clothes that are easy to wear and remove like wide pants, dresses, skirts. You might want to consider using dark colors since your drainage can cause a lot of stings.

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