Skip to content
ClinicCompass
Cosmetic Surgery · Birmingham, Alabama

Thigh Lift in Birmingham

Surgery that removes loose, sagging skin from the inner or outer thigh, most often after major weight loss, restoring a firm contour. An inner thigh lift hides its incision in the groin crease; a more extensive lift extends down the inner thigh. The only fix for thigh skin that hangs. Compare Birmingham clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Birmingham

$6,000–$12,000

per procedure · USD

A general range for Birmingham, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.

Surgeon directory

Thigh Lift surgeons in Birmingham

Plastic surgeons in Birmingham who list thigh lift among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.

Cohn Plastic Surgery in Birmingham

Cohn Plastic Surgery

Birmingham

4.9 (200) · Google

Financing available

Cohn Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.9 stars across 200 Google reviews, performing 17 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Dr. Joshua Halka, MD - Plastic Surgeon in Birmingham

Dr. Joshua Halka, MD - Plastic Surgeon

Birmingham

4.9 (63) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Joshua Halka, MD - Plastic Surgeon is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.9 stars across 63 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Steinmetz Plastic Surgery in Birmingham

Steinmetz Plastic Surgery

Birmingham

4.8 (182) · Google

Financing available

Steinmetz Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.8 stars across 182 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Core Plastic Surgery: Grady Core, MD, FACS in Birmingham

Core Plastic Surgery: Grady Core, MD, FACS

Birmingham

4.8 (109) · Google

Financing available

Core Plastic Surgery: Grady Core, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.8 stars across 109 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Dr. J. Stephen Gunn, MD - Plastic Surgeon in Birmingham

Dr. J. Stephen Gunn, MD - Plastic Surgeon

Birmingham

4.8 (66) · Google

Financing available

Dr. J. Stephen Gunn, MD - Plastic Surgeon is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.8 stars across 66 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Hedden, Gunn, and Halka Plastic Surgery in Birmingham

Hedden, Gunn, and Halka Plastic Surgery

Birmingham

4.6 (551) · Google

Financing available

Hedden, Gunn, and Halka Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Birmingham, Alabama, rated 4.6 stars across 551 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
See all 10 plastic surgeons in Birmingham →

About Thigh Lift

Surgery that removes loose, sagging skin from the inner or outer thigh, most often after major weight loss, restoring a firm contour. An inner thigh lift hides its incision in the groin crease; a more extensive lift extends down the inner thigh. The only fix for thigh skin that hangs.

Sessions

One procedure; permanent for the skin removed

Downtime

Compression garment for several weeks, limited walking for the first days, desk work at 2 weeks, exercise at 6 to 8 weeks

Good candidate

People with significant loose skin on the inner or outer thighs, usually after large weight loss, at a stable weight, who accept a scar in the groin crease or along the inner thigh

  • Removes hanging thigh skin that chafes and shows in clothing
  • Firmer, smoother thighs in one procedure
  • Groin-crease incision for milder cases is well hidden
  • Often combined with liposuction or a lower body lift
Read the full Thigh Lift guide →
At a glance

Thigh Lift in Birmingham: the numbers

6 plastic surgery practices in the Birmingham area list thigh lift. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.

  • Together the 6 with Google reviews hold 1,171 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 4 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Birmingham (5), Vestavia Hills (1).
From their own websites

What Birmingham thigh lift practices state about themselves

What 6 Birmingham practices that list thigh lift say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.

  • 5 of 6 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (3)
  • 2 of 6 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 3 of 6 state an accredited surgical facility
  • 2 of 6 mention financing, naming CareCredit (1)
  • 3 of 6 show before-and-after photos on their site
FAQ

Thigh Lift in Birmingham: common questions

How much does Thigh Lift cost in Birmingham?

Thigh Lift generally runs $6,000–$12,000 per procedure, and each Birmingham clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed Birmingham clinics for a personalized quote.

How often should I get Thigh Lift?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Birmingham providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6–12 months once optimal results are achieved.

How long do Thigh Lift results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Birmingham providers report 6–18 months of sustained benefit from a full Thigh Lift series.

Do I need a thigh lift or is liposuction enough?

Liposuction removes fat; it does not remove skin, and on a thigh with loose skin it can make the sag worse. If your thigh skin is loose and hangs, especially after weight loss, a lift is the treatment, sometimes with liposuction added for contour. If the problem is a fat pocket on skin that is still firm, liposuction or fat freezing may be all you need.

Where is the scar?

For a mild lift, the incision sits in the groin crease and is hidden by underwear. For more extensive laxity, it extends down the inner thigh toward the knee, where it is visible in shorts and fades over one to two years. An outer thigh lift is usually part of a lower body lift with its incision around the hip. The surgeon will show you which pattern your thigh needs.

What is the recovery?

Walking is limited for the first days to protect the incision, then gradually increased. A compression garment is worn for several weeks. Desk work at about two weeks, exercise at six to eight, swelling settling over a few months. The inner thigh incision needs careful wound care because the area moves and stays warm.

What does it cost?

Typically $6,000 to $12,000 including surgeon, anesthesia, and facility, higher when combined with liposuction or a body lift. Not covered by insurance for cosmetic reasons.

Request a free Thigh Lift consult