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Stubborn thigh fat can be frustrating, even with regular exercise and healthy habits. Thigh liposuction is designed to address fat deposits that resist change, helping create smoother contours and better lower-body balance.
At Ralph A. Massey MD in Santa Monica, inner and outer thigh liposuction is performed with a meticulous focus on safety, precision, and natural-looking results—so your legs look slimmer, more defined, and proportionate to your frame.
Inner and outer thigh liposuction is a thigh contouring surgery that removes localized fat from the inner thighs, outer thighs (often called saddle bags), or both. This thigh lipo procedure is not a weight-loss treatment. Instead, it targets specific fat pockets to improve leg shape, reduce rubbing or chafing, and enhance overall symmetry.
Using advanced techniques, thigh fat removal can refine the thigh silhouette while preserving smooth transitions to surrounding areas such as the hips and knees.
Patients choose inner thigh liposuction and outer thigh liposuction for both aesthetic and functional reasons, including:
This form of cosmetic thigh surgery can be performed alone or combined with other liposuction procedures for comprehensive contouring.
You may be a strong candidate for thigh liposuction if you:
Patients with significant skin laxity may require additional treatments to achieve optimal contouring. A personalized consultation is essential to determine the best approach.
Your consultation focuses on understanding your goals and building a customized plan. Dr. Massey evaluates the anatomy of the thigh, skin quality, and fat distribution, then explains how inner thigh liposuction surgery and outer thigh contouring surgery can be used to achieve balanced results.
Your medical history is carefully reviewed, and all questions regarding the thigh liposuction procedure, recovery, and expected outcomes are addressed.
Dr. Massey commonly employs tumescent liposuction techniques, enabling the procedure to be performed without general anesthesia and promoting a more comfortable recovery.
Inner thigh liposuction targets fat along the upper inner thighs that often causes rubbing or fullness. Small, discreet incisions are placed near natural creases. A thin cannula gently removes excess fat to create a smoother inner thigh contour while maintaining a natural appearance.
Outer thigh liposuction focuses on saddle bag fat that can widen the hip-to-thigh area. Incisions are placed strategically near the hip or thigh crease. Fat removal is performed evenly to refine curves and improve leg proportion.
After thigh contouring surgery, you can expect:
Following post-procedure instructions is key to achieving smooth, consistent results.
Initial improvements are often visible once swelling begins to subside. More defined contours continue to emerge over several weeks, with final thigh liposuction results typically seen within three to four months as tissues fully heal and settle.
The cost of inner and outer thigh liposuction depends on your personalized treatment plan. Pricing is influenced by whether one or both thighs are treated, the amount of fat removed, and the overall scope of the procedure. Dr. Massey provides a detailed, individualized quote during your consultation.
Explore our before-and-after gallery to see real patient results from inner and outer thigh liposuction. It showcases natural-looking outcomes achieved through precise fat removal by Dr. Massey and his team.
Ralph Massey is a fellowship-trained cosmetic surgeon and board-certified dermatologist with decades of focused experience in liposuction. He has taught liposuction techniques to other physicians, published extensively in peer-reviewed medical literature, and served as an Assistant Clinical Professor at UCLA.
Dr. Massey has personally treated hundreds of liposuction patients and is widely recognized for his safety record, precision, and natural-looking outcomes. His Santa Monica surgical center is fully accredited and designed to prioritize patient comfort and care.
Liposuction removes fat, not excess skin. Patients with good skin elasticity typically see smooth retraction after surgery.
Yes. Treating both areas during the same session often creates more balanced, natural-looking results.
Most patients describe discomfort rather than pain. Post-procedure soreness is usually manageable with prescribed medication.
If you’re searching for thigh liposuction in Santa Monica, CA, expert care is available. Discover how inner and outer thigh liposuction can refine your shape and boost your confidence.
Contact Ralph A. Massey, MD, today to schedule your personalized consultation and take the next step toward slimmer, sculpted thighs.
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For Dr. Massey safety is the first priority with any surgery. He has personally performed hundreds of liposuction surgeries, and none of his patients has had any type of serious complication. Indeed in a recent study of over 15,000 patients treated with tumescent liposuction there was not a single serious complication.
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