Treatment Overview
Extended Thigh Lift in Korea is a surgical body contouring procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the inner thighs and extends upward toward the groin and hip area. Unlike a standard thigh lift, which focuses mainly on the inner thighs, the extended thigh lift provides more comprehensive correction for patients with moderate to severe skin laxity that reaches into the hip and outer thigh region.
Korean plastic surgeons are highly experienced in advanced thigh lift procedures, combining skin excision, liposuction, and tension-minimizing sutures to create slimmer, smoother thighs with discreet scarring hidden in natural creases. This technique is especially beneficial for patients who have undergone significant weight loss or experience sagging skin due to aging.
Purpose & Benefits
- Extended Correction: Removes sagging skin from inner thighs, hips, and upper outer thighs.
- Slimmer, More Defined Legs: Restores proportion between thighs, hips, and buttocks.
- Improved Comfort: Eliminates skin folds that can cause irritation or chafing.
- Combination-Friendly: Often paired with liposuction, tummy tuck, or buttock lift for full lower-body reshaping.
- Long-Lasting Results: Delivers permanent improvements when weight remains stable.
- Confidence Boost: Improves mobility, clothing fit, and self-esteem.
Ideal Candidates
- Patients with moderate to severe skin laxity in the thighs extending to the hip.
- Individuals after weight loss or bariatric surgery with loose skin.
- Adults in good health and stable weight.
- Non-smokers with realistic expectations.
- Patients seeking more dramatic results than a standard thigh lift provides.
Possible Risks & Complications
- Swelling, bruising, or soreness in thighs and hip area.
- Visible scarring (though minimized by Korean surgical methods).
- Numbness or sensitivity changes in the treated areas.
- Fluid buildup (seroma).
- Delayed wound healing or scar thickening.
- Rare risks: infection, asymmetry, or blood clots.
Surgical Techniques Used
- Extended Incision: Runs from the groin crease along the inner thigh and outward toward the hip.
- Skin & Fat Removal: Excises redundant tissue for a smoother contour.
- Liposuction (Optional): Enhances results by removing stubborn fat.
- Tissue Tightening: Repositions and tightens inner thigh and hip tissue.
- Scar-Minimizing Closure: Fine suturing to reduce scar tension and visibility.
Recovery & Aftercare
- 2–3 weeks: Bruising and swelling decrease.
- Compression garments worn for 4–6 weeks to support healing.
- 2 weeks: Resume light daily activities and office work.
- 6–8 weeks: Return to exercise and strenuous activity.
- 6–12 months: Final results visible as scars mature and fade.
Aftercare Guidelines:
- Sleep with legs slightly elevated to reduce swelling.
- Avoid excessive stretching during recovery.
- Use silicone scar sheets or creams for scar refinement.
- Attend follow-up visits for progress monitoring.
Results & Longevity
- Slimmer, firmer thighs with improved proportion to hips and buttocks.
- Permanent removal of excess skin and fat.
- Long-lasting results when maintaining stable weight.
- Significant transformation for post-weight loss patients.
- Boosted self-confidence in fitted pants, shorts, and swimwear.
Treatment Process in Korea
1. Initial Consultation & Assessment
- Surgeons assess thigh, hip, and groin skin laxity.
- Determine whether standard, vertical, or extended thigh lift is most appropriate.
2. Surgical Planning & Preparation
- Incision lines mapped along inner thigh and extending toward hip.
- Choice of anesthesia: usually general anesthesia.
3. Surgery Day
- Extended incision made from groin through inner thigh to hip.
- Excess skin and fat removed, optional liposuction performed.
- Skin tightened and closed with scar-minimizing sutures.
4. Post-Operative Monitoring
- Compression garments applied.
- Patients may stay in clinic or be discharged same day depending on extent.
5. Follow-Up & Refinement
- Follow-ups at 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months.
- Scar refinement therapies offered if needed.
Why Korea is a Top Destination
- Surgeons highly skilled in lower body contouring and extended thigh lifts.
- Advanced use of scar-minimizing and tissue-tightening techniques.
- State-of-the-art clinics with 3D planning systems.
- Customized treatment plans for post-weight loss and aging-related skin laxity.
- More affordable compared to Western countries, with world-class results.
Cost Range
The cost of Extended Thigh Lift in Korea varies based on severity of laxity, liposuction, and clinic reputation.
- Extended Thigh Lift (basic): USD $7,000 – $9,500
- Extended Thigh Lift + Liposuction: USD $9,000 – $12,000
- Post-Weight Loss Extensive Correction: USD $11,000 – $15,000
- Premium Clinics (3D Imaging, VIP Aftercare, Scar Management): USD $12,000 – $16,000
Additional Costs:
- Consultation & imaging: USD $100 – $300
- Compression garments: USD $150 – $250
- Medications & aftercare: USD $100 – $300
Popular Clinics
- Banobagi Plastic Surgery (Seoul): Specialists in post-weight loss thigh contouring.
- ID Hospital (Seoul): Known for extended thigh lifts with combination body sculpting.
- JK Plastic Surgery Center (Seoul): JCI-accredited, focusing on scar refinement.
- View Plastic Surgery Clinic (Seoul): Experts in thigh lift + liposuction procedures.
- JW Plastic Surgery (Seoul): Offers customized extended thigh lifts with natural outcomes.
