Thigh Liposuction: Treatment, Cost and Side Effects

The shape of the thighs in women has got a lot to do with DNA, so the weight that accumulates around the thighs with aging is difficult to lose even with extensive exercising. Aging women tend to develop more fat around the buttocks and the lower body because the skin eventually loses elasticity. However, liposuction is a surgical method that does a lot to make the thighs slender. This is a treatment that not only has a positive effect on the physiology of the person concerned; it also has a positive psychological impact on the woman.

A woman who is not happy with the extra fat around the thighs can go for liposuction. It boosts the confidence as well as brings about body positivity in the woman. There are various types of liposuction to treat the fat around different regions of the thighs. For example, liposuction can be done on the hips and the outer thighs; the front of the thighs, the back of the thighs, as well as the inner thigh region can be contoured and reshaped through liposuction. The surgery is not very difficult to perform. So the patient can get back to leading a normal life shortly post surgery.

The duration of the surgery depends on the amount of fat that is to be removed from the thighs. In most cases the surgery takes a few hours and the patient does not have to stay overnight post surgery. However, in some cases the patient might have to stay overnight.

In the beginning of the surgery the patient is at first anesthetized. The kind of anesthesia that is required also depends upon the amount of fat that is to be removed. It can be either local anesthesia or complete anesthesia. A device made of stainless steel that is called a cannula is attached to the suction apparatus. After this the surgeon makes small cuts in which, the cannula is inserted in the fatty areas. Then using the suction device the fat is sucked out. A large syringe can also be used. There are two types of liposuction. One is Tumescent liposuction where a solution is inserted in the fatty area so that the blood vessels become expanded, thereby making the surgery easy. It also acts as a good pain killer and prevents blood loss. Ultrasound liposuction is another process where the fat is first dissolved and after that it is sucked out with the help of suction pressure.

Anybody who wants to improve the appeal of the thighs and reduce fat from the thighs can opt for this surgery.

Liposuction works well on anybody. However, patients who have a serious medical condition should not go for this treatment. It also would not work well on patients who have loose skin.

There are very few risks involved with liposuction treatment. However, common side effects include bruising, skin discoloration and mild infection. Side effects may be greater if the procedure is performed by an inexperienced or amateur doctor.

The person should take pain killers to reduce the pain, avoid exposure to sun, and go back to leading a normal life when the doctor sys cso.

It takes a few weeks, at least two, for a patient to recover after liposuction treatment.

The cost of thigh liposuction in India could be anywhere around INR 100000 and INR 150000.

The result of liposuction is permanent. Fat does not accumulate around the area of treatment. However, the person can gain overall weight if proper diet and exercise is not maintained.

Cardio exercise can be performed to burn fat around the thigh. Running is another good measure. One can also go for resistance training with the help of a good trainer. However, it is to be remembered that it takes time to reduce thigh fat through exercise.