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Thigh Lipo

Stubborn leg and thigh fat can stick around despite diet and workouts. Dr. Torres is SoCal’s top expert in performing awake liposuction to slim and shape your thighs with small incisions – careful contouring, and providing walk-in/walk-out experience with no general anesthesia.

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Am I a candidate for thigh lipo? You may be a perfect fit if you:

  • Carry localized fat on the inner/outer thighs or knee area
  • Are close to your stable weight but want better leg definition
  • Have good skin elasticity and realistic expectations (lipo shapes fat; it isn’t a skin-tightening or cellulite treatment)
  • Prefer local anesthesia/awake over general anesthesia

Areas we treat (thigh-first focus):

  • Inner thighs: reduces rubbing, creates a cleaner vertical line
  • Outer thighs / saddlebags: smooths lateral bulge for a narrower silhouette
  • Anterior/posterior thighs: selective blending for a 360° leg contour when needed
  • Knees
  • Banana roll (under-butt): used judiciously to avoid buttock ptosis
  • Calves: very select cases where proportion benefits (requires careful screening)

How awake thigh lipo works:

First, local tumescent numbing is infused for comfort and to reduce your bleeding. We use micro-cannulas to remove targeted fat while preserving smooth transitions. Tiny incisions (often hidden in natural creases) are closed and covered. You’ll walk in and walk out the same day with a compression garment. Typical procedure time: ~1 to 2.5 hours depending on the areas we cover.

 

Thigh lipo recovery and results:

Same day: walk frequently; mild soreness/pressure is normal.
Days 2-7: swelling and bruising peak, then improve; keep compression on as directed.
Week 1-2: many return to non-strenuous work; light movement encouraged.
Weeks 3-6: resume exercise gradually; swelling continues to settle.
Months 3-6: results refine as tissues smooth and contract.
Results are considered long-lasting with stable weight and healthy habits. Skin elasticity, natural asymmetries, and anatomy influence final contour.

Safety, scars & expectations:

Awake technique avoids general anesthesia and allows real-time feedback. Incisions are small; most heal to subtle marks. Risks exist with any procedure (e.g., contour irregularity, asymmetry, seroma, numbness); Dr. Torres will review how we minimize them and whether additional skin-tightening is recommended for your case.

Thigh lipo vs. other leg lipo:

Our page focuses on thighs because that’s the most common request and the area with the biggest visual payoff. Knee and calf lipo are available for select patients when they enhance proportion and lines created by thigh contouring.

Thigh lipo FAQs:

Will it fix cellulite?
Liposuction is not a cellulite treatment. Some patients see smoother look as bulk decreases; others may need complementary therapies.

Is awake lipo painful?
You are numbed locally; most patients describe pressure and vibration, not sharp pain. Oral comfort meds can be used as appropriate.

How long do results last?
Removed fat cells don’t grow back, but remaining cells can enlarge with weight gain. Maintain results with stable weight and activity.

Can I combine areas?
Yes – inner + outer thighs is common. Knee or banana roll may be added if it improves proportion. Dr. Torres will map a plan that fits your goals and recovery window.

When will I see results?
You’ll look smaller right away, but swelling takes weeks to settle. Expect your result to evolve over 3-6 months.

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*Legal disclaimer: Individual results may vary. Our many 5-star reviews speak for themselves, but Skin and Skinnier is not legally allowed to make any guarantees through this website.