Thigh Lift

The ideal candidates for a thigh lift procedure are healthy patients who have realistic expectations of surgical outcomes. You may be a good candidate for thigh lift surgery if you have excess or loose skin in your thighs, are at a stable weight, are not obese, and do not have any significant health issues that may affect your ability to heal.

It may be possible to schedule another surgery at the same time as your thigh lift procedure. You should be prepared to discuss all possibilities during your consultation with Dr. Barr.

Your procedure will be performed within the state-of-the-art facilities of Barr Plastic Surgery, located within the Northern Ontario Surgical Centre.

Northern Ontario Surgical Centre has been awarded accreditation by the CAAASF (Canadian Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities) for meeting the standards of a hospital in regards to monitoring, emergency and resuscitation equipment. With two levels and entrances that conceal the actual size of the facility, the centre itself spans 8000 square feet and incorporates fully equipped major and minor operating rooms, a monitored multi-bed recovery area, 10 laser and treatment rooms, spacious consultation areas, private offices to discuss financing options, elegant waiting areas and a private waiting room and secure rear entrance/exit for additional privacy when desired.

A thigh lift reshapes your thighs by reducing excess skin, and in some cases fat, resulting in smoother skin and better proportioned contours of the thighs and lower body. Thigh lift surgery usually takes approximately 2 to 3 hours, and is performed as an outpatient procedure, under general anaesthesia.

There are two types of thigh lifts:

• Mini thigh lift using a short scar technique

• Vertical thigh lift using a vertical scar technique

The mini thigh lift uses a short scar technique which is an incision from the groin to improve the upper third of the thighs. The vertical thigh lift uses a vertical incision along the thigh (much like the inseam in pants) to improve skin laxity of the thighs down to the knees. Liposuction may also be utilized in either procedure in order to remove fat deposits to further smooth out and contour the thighs, however, not in the same area as the thigh lift. Dr. Barr places incisions in inconspicuous locations whenever possible so that they can be hidden. The type of procedure and incision that will best suit your needs will be discussed in detail with Dr. Barr during your consultation.

A board-certified anesthesiologist will administer your anaesthetic, stay with you during the entire operation, and will be there as you wake up.

During office hours our Patient Coordinators and nursing staff are available to answer any questions or concerns following your surgery. After hours, Dr. Barr is available by pager.

Affording your procedure can be made simpler by using Medicard which enables you to pay for your surgery with monthly payments. Please note that this company is not affiliated in any way with Barr Plastic Surgery. For more information on how financing can help you afford your procedure, visit:

MEDICARD
www.medicard.com
1-888-689-9876

•  Fax, online, phone application
• Approval within 1 business day
• Payment terms: 6 months to 5 years
• No down payment
• Rates based on overall credit history (11.9% – 25%)
• No penalties for early payments

Thigh lift surgery is considered cosmetic surgery and therefore not usually covered by private or provincial insurance such as OHIP.

The facility fee, surgeon, nurses, anaesthesia and anaesthetist, surgical supplies, and equipment used are all covered in the fees.

You will also be provided with prescriptions for medications to be taken after surgery. These prescriptions are subject to the same coverage you would receive from your medical insurance. If you do not have personal insurance, these medications will be an additional cost to you.

There is a $500 deposit for any surgery under $5,000 a $1000 deposit for any surgery over $5000, and a $2500 deposit for any surgery over $10,000.

Payment for your surgery is due 14 days prior to your surgery date. Payment can be made by:

• Cash
• Certified Cheques
• Mastercard or VISA
• E-transfers
• Financing plan

Dr. Barr’s extensive experience in performing this procedure will help to ensure that your post-operative recovery is minimized. Once you have woken up from your surgery you will be discharged with a dressing in place, and a compression garment to minimize swelling. Small drainage tubes may be temporarily placed at your surgical site to drain any fluids that may collect. You should not participate in any strenuous activities for approximately 2 weeks. It will take several weeks for the bruising and swelling to resolve. Sutures are removed 2 weeks after surgery. Your progress will be monitored by Dr. Barr and his medical team during follow up visits and any changes to your activity level will be discussed during your appointments.

Dr. Barr takes every precaution to ensure your scarring is as minimal as possible. However, as with any surgery, there is a risk of scarring from the incisions. Once your incisions have healed there are products that can be used to minimize the redness in scars as well as improve the texture. Reusable silicone strips as well as medical grade topical scar creams are available for purchase that will help to reduce the discolouration found in new scars. Precautions that should be taken to minimize scarring will be discussed during consultation.