Thigh (Circumferential Liposuction) Isn't Recommended Because of Swelling and Lengthened Recovery. Is This True?

Circumferential Liposuction can be done on the thighs without a problem.  Doing the inner and outer thighs is more common that circumferential.  If the entire thigh is suctioned, there is more swelling and bruising.  Therefore, wearing a compression garment for a longer amount of time is beneficial.

Thigh liposuction is usually performed in the lateral and medial aspects.  Sometimes for women wanting circumferential reduction, the anterior aspect is also liposuctioned.  This procedure is not contraindicated.  Use of compression garments with Topi foam is recommended postop to ensure quicker resolution of swelling and a smooth contour. 

This is not true.  We rountinly perform liposuction of inner, outer and front of thighs at the same time.  The back of the thights can be performed at the same time but it is not an area that we liposuction as ofter.

You will need to wear a compression garment for 2 - 4 weeks to help get the swellong down.