An inner thigh lift is a procedure that recontours the legs, firms the skin, and creates a much-desired “thigh gap.”
About Thigh Laxity
Thigh laxity, or sagginess, occurs when the tissues of the thigh loosen over the years and make the legs appear aged. Although it most commonly occurs in the inner thigh, it can develop throughout the area. As a purely cosmetic issue, there are several reasons why this occurs naturally. Both men and women have fat buildup on their thighs that is less attached to the fascia, or layer of connective tissue. And just like other areas with a larger concentration of fat, the integrity of the dermis of the skin degrades more easily. This layer of skin contains collagen, elastin, and other connective fibers that give the skin its rigid support. Beginning near your mid-30s, the production of these fibers begins to decrease, leading to looser skin that starts to lose its ability to spring back.
The skin contributes greatly to the overall appearance of your thighs. In women, the thighs are particularly prone to cellulite formation, a harmless cosmetic condition that gives the thighs, hips, and buttocks a more lumpy or dimpled look. While many attribute this issue to the fat itself, it is actually caused by a skin-deep problem that is unrelated to weight. Under the dermis layer are fibrous septae, strong bands of tissue that pull down a small area of the skin, allowing fat cells to push up in other areas. Cellulite, loose skin that doesn’t recoil, and significant folding are all signs that a thigh lift could be the most appropriate course of action.
