Thigh & Buttock Lift in San Diego

As we age, our skin naturally loses elasticity, keeping it from “bouncing back” like it used to—particularly if you’ve lost a significant amount of weight. Available at our San Diego plastic surgery practice, a thigh and buttock lift is designed to improve your contours and provide a tighter, more attractive thigh and buttocks.

Thigh Lift At A Glance
Goal: Smoother, uplifted thighs and buttocks
Anesthesia: General
Average Procedure Time: 2+ hours
Recovery: 2 weeks
Resume Exercise: 3+ months
Final Results: Within a few months
Longevity: 10+ years

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Is a Thigh & Buttock Lift Right for Me?

You may be a candidate for a San Diego thigh-buttock lift at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre if you have experienced a loss of skin elasticity in the thigh, hip, or buttock areas. This procedure may also be fitting if your skin in this area is saggy, flabby, and dimpled in appearance. Thigh and buttock lift patients should:

  • Be at a stable body weight and in general good health
  • Understand what to realistically expect from the procedure
  • Know that when a large amount of skin is removed or lifted, there will likely be some visible scarring

This procedure may be desirable if you are self-conscious about your lower body appearance. If your goals include achieving shapelier buttocks and reducing stubborn fat, a Brazilian butt lift (BBL) may also be an option. The best way to determine if you are a good candidate is to speak with a  board-certified plastic surgeon experienced in post weight-loss procedures.

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96.6% Patient Satisfaction Based on 18 Verified Thigh Lift Ratings

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  • "Everyone in the office was very nice and answered all my questions. My results are amazing."

    May 10, 2021

  • "The skin is very smooth. I have an awesome thigh gap now. I’ve noticed my running gait has improved a lot now that the extra skin and jigg…"

    Nov 16, 2019

  • "Great experience! Dr. Brahme, the nurses and staff did a great job. I have no complains and I am very satisfied with my experience and the r…"

    Jul 4, 2013

How Much Does a Thigh Lift Cost? 

Would you like to tighten and firm your thighs or buttocks without having to pinch pennies? Your transformation can start for as little as $246 per month, thanks to our affordable payment plans. Begin with a $1,200 down payment and qualify with average credit over 60 months. You can save even more if your credit is above average or if you can make a larger initial payment. It’s super simple – get prequalified today

Remember that the total cost of your thigh lift varies depending on your specific needs. You can find additional cost information, including fee ranges, on our pricing page

Guess what? We make applying for financing easier than ever, too! Just apply online or with our help during your consultation. It’s time to get confident in your own skin … let us help you get started! 

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The Thigh & Buttock Lift Procedure

This procedure is performed under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis unless otherwise advised by the plastic surgeon. Wide variations in the design of the incisions to meet clothing or personal desires are possible.

Lifting the entire thigh and buttock (circumferential lower body lift) will require much longer incisions that start in the buttock crease, extend around the groin, up over the side of the abdomen, over the flank and across the back.

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Considering Thigh & Buttock Lift in San Diego? Here’s What To Expect During Your Recovery

More extensive thigh lifts usually require 1 or 2 nights of care in a hospital or skilled nursing facility. While you’ll be encouraged to get up and walk soon after your surgery to promote circulation, the first week or 2 after your thigh lift will require you to rest and take it easy.

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