A thighplasty in Plano is a cosmetic procedure to contour and tone your thighs by removing excess skin and fat. Patients may benefit from a thigh lift after losing a significant amount of weight or if their genetics or hormones cause them to store fat in their thighs.
Thighplasty in Plano
Tone Your Thighs

Thighplasty Overview
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Surgery Length 4 hours
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Downtime 1 to 2 weeks
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Recovery Time 4 to 6 weeks
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Duration of Results Varies
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Anesthetic/Numbing General Anesthesia
How a Thighplasty Can Help
A Thighplasty—also known as a thigh lift—eliminates unwanted fat and skin around your thighs for a more toned and contoured look. You’ll notice the following improvements in your thighs after this surgery:
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Tighter skin
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Slimmer thighs
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Better contour
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Less fat


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Not all patients will need liposuction as part of their thighplasty in Plano. However, it may be used on more stubborn fat. During your consultation, we can determine if this is necessary to help you achieve toned and contoured thighs.
You may be able to include a fat transfer with a thighplasty if you have enough fat to transfer to the desired location. During your consultation, Dr. Barton assesses your fat to determine if this treatment will yield successful results.
Fat transfers allow us to remove fat from one area of your body, like your thighs, to another, more desirable area.
Small amounts of fat can improve your facial contours and aesthetics by smoothing wrinkles, defining cheekbones, and even repairing scars. We can also smooth wrinkles on your hands.
Larger amounts of fat can be transferred to your buttocks or breasts for natural enhancements.
Yes, after your thighplasty in Plano, you should wear compression garments to minimize swelling and support tissue healing. Compression garments help to improve blood flow, reduce the risk of infection, and promote healing. We will give you instructions on how long to wear the garments for optimal results.
After any surgery, you will have scars in the treatment area. The location and size of the scars depend on the targeted part of the thighs. During your consultation, Dr. Barton will set realistic expectations with you regarding scarring. Most scars fade gradually, but you can always visit our aesthetics practice for treatments to target them.
We determine if you’re eligible for a thighplasty during your consultation based on the following criteria:
- If you have sagging or excess skin on your thighs.
- If you are in good health and can maintain your current weight.
- If you have fat deposits on your thighs that are resistant to diet and exercise.
We will determine that you are not a candidate for a thighplasty in Plano if you fall under the following:
- You have a medical condition that could complicate surgery.
- Poor general health or fluctuating weight.
- Smoking or the inability to abstain from smoking for a long duration of time (2 to 4 months).
We will also determine that you are not a candidate for this surgery if you have unrealistic expectations about the results. Dr. Barton strives to set clear expectations for you regarding your post-operative experience by sharing before and after photos of her former thighplasty patients.
The price of a thighplasty in Plano varies. After your initial consultation, a member of our team offers you a final quote for your surgery along with a detailed breakdown. This gives you an understanding of the final cost with no hidden or surprise fees.
You can either pay for your thighplasty up-front, or apply to make manageable payments through Cherry financing. This health care credit card covers out-of-pocket expenses and even offers some plans with 0% APR. We offer Cherry so that you can get the care that you deserve at a price that you’re comfortable with.
Before your thighplasty in Plano, Dr. Barton gives you detailed instructions for how to prepare for your surgery. These include:
- Refrain from smoking for at least 4 to 6 weeks.
- Avoid eating the night before.
- Avoid alcohol and other blood-thinning medications or herbal supplements for 1 to 2 weeks.
- Refrain from strenuous activities like exhaustive exercises for at least 1 week leading up to your surgery.
For optimal results and healing after your thighplasty, please follow these instructions:
- Wear compression garments as instructed.
- Keep the incision site clean and dry to reduce the risk of infection.
- Sleep with a pillow under your legs to keep them in an elevated position.
- Avoid strenuous activities like vigorous exercise for at least 6 weeks after your surgery.
After resting for 10 days, you can begin walking slowly and gently to improve blood circulation.



