Thigh Lift New York City, NY

You will be provided with instructions to thoroughly prepare you for surgery, including guidelines on eating and drinking, smoking, and taking or avoiding vitamins and specific medications. You may be given prescriptions that should be filled prior to your day of surgery. Depending on your medical history, you may be asked to provide pre-operative clearance from another doctor. Many of our procedures are performed using local anesthesia alone. However, when appropriate, we may recommend sedation (also known as twilight anesthesia) to enhance your comfort. We will discuss whether sedation is indicated for your procedure with Dr. Antell during your consultation.

If sedation is planned, you should arrange for someone to drive you home after surgery and ensure you have someone to assist you for the first few days.

Dr. Antell has privileges at numerous hospitals throughout New York City, but most patients prefer that the procedure take place in his discreet, private operating room just across the street from world-renowned Lenox Hill Hospital. His facility has a private back entrance for maximum discretion, and all members of his staff have been thoroughly trained to provide personalized care. The state-of-the-art outpatient surgery facility is fully accredited, designed for your comfort, and equipped with the latest technology.

Dr. Antell performs thigh lift surgery under anesthesia, ensuring a pain-free, stress-free treatment experience. After your procedure, you can take oral painkillers to help offset any discomfort or soreness as you heal.

With a thigh lift in New York City, you will attend a series of appointments with Dr. Antell. In addition to your introductory consultation, pre-operative appointment, and surgery date, you will return for several follow-up sessions, allowing the doctor to monitor your healing progress and carefully prevent potential complications.

For the first few weeks after your thigh lift, mild swelling and bruising may temporarily obscure your outcome. However, with each additional week of healing, you will note slimmer, more sculpted contours. The full benefits of your surgery can take several months to emerge.

Dr. Antell usually suggests waiting 2-3 weeks before embarking on short flights or long car rides. With more involved international flights, 4-6 weeks is typically needed before traveling.

Although all surgery involves some risk and potential complications, a thigh lift in Manhattan is typically safe when performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon who uses the latest surgical techniques and follows the most stringent patient health and safety protocols. The most common complications include bleeding, infection, fat necrosis, and an adverse reaction to anesthesia. In addition, numbness or changes in skin sensation may occur. Dr. Antell will provide a thorough discussion of all risks during your initial consultation.