williams-center-logo-full MENU 518-730-7097 Thigh Lift in Albany, NY BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY One of the main concerns of patients following massive weight loss is the excess skin and fat of the thighs, mainly the inner thighs. This is not only an aesthetic issue but it can lead to friction and skin break down between the thighs. The excess skin along the inner thighs can also limit the style and type of clothing a person can wear. The thigh lift procedure involves direct excision of the excess skin with liposuction to contour the thigh circumferentially. This not only lifts the thigh but firms it as well. Some patients are fortunate to have the skin excess localized to the upper thigh, in those cases it may be possible to perform the lift with a scar limited to the groin crease. In the majority of patients who have had a massive weight loss it is necessary to extend the incision along the inner thigh down to the knee in order to remove all the excess skin and contour the thigh for the best esthetic result. The scar is placed in such a way so that in a standing position, from the front or the back, it would not be visible. As with all his procedures Dr. Polynice pays special attention to the scars, treating the tissues delicately and using only dissolvable sutures placed internally. This makes for a nicer scar once healed. The procedure itself may take 2 to 4 hours depending on the amount of tissue to be removed and the amount of contouring necessary with liposuction. Patients are usually able to return to their normal activities and work at 7 to 14 days. Strenuous activities and lifting should be avoided such as running or working out at the gym should be avoided until 3 to 4 weeks after surgery. *Results May Vary VIEW BEFORE & AFTERS FROM REAL PATIENTS "I just don’t know any other way to say your expertise is greatly appreciated than ‘Thank You’. The results of your many talents as a plastic surgeon have made me very happy. I feel much better about myself. You made the whole experience very comfortable and quite easy. I have the utmost confidence in you. Thank you for all your kindness." - Online Patient Review Schedule Your Consultation Call us today at (518) 730-7097 Select Procedure Face Breast Body How did you hear about us? --- Internet Seacrh Friend/Family Physician Referral Existing Patient Facebook Instagram Snapchat RealSelf YouTube Other I accept the Terms of Use & agree to receive monthly specials, newsletters, etc. Our Locations LATHAM, ALBANY, NY 1072 Troy-Schenectady Rd Latham , NY 12110 Get Directions NEW YORK, NY 110 E 60th St #908, New York, NY 10022 Get Directions ST. THOMAS VIRGIN, US VIRGIN ISLANDS Palm Plaza 260-260A Estate Chocolate Hole, Suite 1D St John, VI 00802 Get Directions SARATOGA SPRINGS 60 Railroad Place, Suite 102 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Get Directions FLY IN FOR CONSULTATION Our doors are always open to out of towners, contact us at any of our locations so we can prepare for your visit! Schedule Fly-in Visit VIRTUAL CONSULTATION Still making a decision? Schedule a virtual consultation with one of our Williams Center specialists today. Schedule Virtual Consultation INTERNATIONAL PATIENTS Our providers and facilities are world class, contact us today to find out for yourself! Contact Us WILLIAMS CENTER © 2021 Williams Center Terms of Service Privacy Policy *Individual results will vary NOW OPEN FOR BOTH IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL CONSULTATIONS! SCHEDULE TODAY