Dr. Madjoudj Ahcene
Thigh Lift in Algiers with Dr. Madjoudj
After significant weight loss or due to aging, the thighs can experience considerable skin sagging, with loose skin that hangs and rubs, making it difficult to wear clothing and impacting self-confidence. A thigh lift, or cruroplasty, is the definitive procedure to correct this issue. Dr. Madjoudj, an Algerian plastic surgeon specializing in post-weight loss body contouring, performs this complex surgery with precision in Algiers. He removes excess skin and fat, lifts the tissues, and reshapes the thighs to create a firm, harmonious appearance, strategically placing scars to ensure they are as discreet as possible.
Avantages
Why Choose Dr. Madjoudj for Your Thigh Lift in Algiers
The expertise of an internationally renowned surgeon specializing in extensive body transformations.
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Expertise in Post-Bariatric Surgery and Body Contouring
Dr. Madjoudj has extensive experience in post-bariatric body contouring procedures. He specializes in addressing the unique skin quality and technical challenges involved in thigh lift surgery.
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Customized Scar Planning
He selects the technique (vertical or T-shaped) that will provide the best balance between aesthetic outcome (contour) and scar visibility, based on your anatomy and personal preferences (swimwear, clothing).
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Combined Approach: Resection + Liposculpture
To prevent a "stair-step" appearance and shape beautifully contoured thighs, he consistently combines skin resection with liposculpture of the surrounding fat (knees, back of the thigh).
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Comprehensive Support Throughout Your Journey
Aware of the significance of this procedure, your surgeon will guide you through every step—before, during, and after your operation—with clear instructions and attentive follow-up care to ensure optimal healing and results.
*(Note: The translation adapts the French phrasing into natural medical English while preserving the original meaning. "Consignes claires" becomes "clear instructions" rather than a literal translation, and "suivi attentif" is rendered as "attentive follow-up care" to convey both the action and its careful nature. The sentence structure is reorganized for readability while maintaining all key information.)*
Dr. Madjoudj's Philosophy: Where Function Meets Beauty
A successful thigh lift should not only enhance aesthetic appeal but also ensure functionality: it must allow for comfortable walking, eliminate skin chafing, and restore full freedom of movement.
Managing Tension: The Key to Optimal Scarring
The key challenge lies in managing the significant tension on the inner thigh incision, a highly mobile area. Dr. Madjoudj employs deep, robust fascial sutures to bear this tension, thereby relieving stress on the skin closure. This technique, adapted from reconstructive surgery, is crucial for preventing scar widening, dehiscence, or migration.
Contour Sculpting: Avoiding the "Pillar" Effect
A simple skin removal can flatten the inner thigh and result in an unnatural silhouette. Dr. Madjoudj sculpts the remaining subcutaneous fat to create a subtle curve. During the same procedure, he can optionally perform a slight buttock lift (if needed) to harmonize the overall lower body contour.
Excellence
A Transformation with Complete Confidence
30+
Years of Experience in Complex Body Plastic Surgery
Five hundred+
Body Contouring and Limb Lift Procedures Performed
Forty-eight+
International Conferences on Post-Bariatric Surgery Techniques
95%
Patient Satisfaction Rate for Enhanced Comfort and Body Contour
Dr. Madjoudj Ahcene
Redefine Your Legs, Embrace Freedom of Movement
Thigh lift surgery is a major procedure that transforms the body contour and significantly enhances quality of life. With his international expertise in body contouring and extensive experience in reconstructing stretched tissues, Dr. Madjoudj approaches each case with a tailored plan. He determines the optimal placement of incisions (either an inner thigh or T-shaped groin incision) based on the degree of skin laxity. His dual focus is to remove excess, bothersome skin while sculpting a natural and smooth thigh contour, resulting in shapely and functional legs. Many post-bariatric patients or those who have experienced significant natural weight loss choose Algeria and Dr. Madjoudj for this transformative procedure.
Parcours Patient
The Steps of Your Procedure
A structured treatment plan for optimal results.
Examen45 to 60 minutes
Consultation and Assessment of Skin Laxity
Dr. Madjoudj assesses the degree of skin laxity on the inner thighs while the patient is standing and seated. He performs the "pinch test" to estimate the amount of excess skin to be removed. He also evaluates the skin quality and presence of underlying fat deposits. The doctor demonstrates the likely scar placement and explains the two main surgical approaches: the vertical thigh lift (with a scar along the inner thigh) for moderate skin laxity, and the T-lift technique (combining vertical and horizontal scars in the groin crease) for more significant sagging.
- Assessment of skin laxity in standing/sitting positions
- Pinch test for assessment
- Explanation of Different Techniques and Scarring
- Confirmation of stable weight for at least 6 months
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Examen45 to 60 minutes
Consultation and Assessment of Skin Laxity
Dr. Madjoudj assesses the degree of skin laxity on the inner thighs while the patient is standing and seated. He performs the "pinch test" to estimate the amount of excess skin to be removed. He also evaluates the skin quality and presence of underlying fat deposits. The doctor demonstrates the likely scar placement and explains the two main surgical approaches: the vertical thigh lift (with a scar along the inner thigh) for moderate skin laxity, and the T-lift technique (combining vertical and horizontal scars in the groin crease) for more significant sagging.
- Assessment of skin laxity in standing/sitting positions
- Pinch test for assessment
- Explanation of Different Techniques and Scarring
- Confirmation of stable weight for at least 6 months
Préparation3-4 weeks before
Thorough Preparation for Major Surgery
A comprehensive preoperative assessment is conducted. Complete smoking cessation is absolutely mandatory to ensure optimal healing of these long scars under tension. Dr. Madjoudj recommends skin preparation using moisturizing creams. Arranging home assistance for the first few weeks is crucial, as mobility will be limited.
- Comprehensive medical assessment
- Smoking cessation is mandatory and must be medically supervised.
- Local skin preparation
- Post-operative care planning and equipment preparation (elevated chair)
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Préparation3-4 weeks before
Thorough Preparation for Major Surgery
A comprehensive preoperative assessment is conducted. Complete smoking cessation is absolutely mandatory to ensure optimal healing of these long scars under tension. Dr. Madjoudj recommends skin preparation using moisturizing creams. Arranging home assistance for the first few weeks is crucial, as mobility will be limited.
- Comprehensive medical assessment
- Smoking cessation is mandatory and must be medically supervised.
- Local skin preparation
- Post-operative care planning and equipment preparation (elevated chair)
Intervention2-4 hours (for both thighs)
Precision Contouring Surgery
Under general anesthesia, the patient is positioned in lithotomy (with legs elevated and apart). Dr. Madjoudj follows the preoperative markings. He removes the ellipse of excess skin and fat from the inner thigh, extending from the groin to the knee as needed. Liposculpture of adjacent areas (knees, saddlebags) is often performed to create a smooth transition. The deep layers (fascia) are sutured to restore tension, followed by meticulous skin closure. Drains are left in place.
- Elliptical skin and fat resection on the inner thigh
- Combining liposculpture for harmonious body contours
- Deep-layer sutures to minimize skin tension.
- Drain placement to prevent fluid accumulation
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Intervention2-4 hours (for both thighs)
Precision Contouring Surgery
Under general anesthesia, the patient is positioned in lithotomy (with legs elevated and apart). Dr. Madjoudj follows the preoperative markings. He removes the ellipse of excess skin and fat from the inner thigh, extending from the groin to the knee as needed. Liposculpture of adjacent areas (knees, saddlebags) is often performed to create a smooth transition. The deep layers (fascia) are sutured to restore tension, followed by meticulous skin closure. Drains are left in place.
- Elliptical skin and fat resection on the inner thigh
- Combining liposculpture for harmonious body contours
- Deep-layer sutures to minimize skin tension.
- Drain placement to prevent fluid accumulation
Post-opératoire4-6 weeks
Gradual Recovery and Scar Care
The procedure requires a 2 to 3-day hospital stay. Drains are typically removed around day 2 or 3. A specialized compression garment must be worn 24/7 for 4 to 6 weeks. Walking is possible but should be limited during the first few weeks, with legs slightly apart. The long scars require meticulous and prolonged care (silicone dressings, massage) for 6 to 12 months to achieve the best possible appearance. The final results can be appreciated after 6 to 12 months.
- Strict requirement to wear compression garments
- Limited mobility and specific positioning required during the first few weeks
- Professional and thorough scar care
- Transformative results once healing is complete.
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Post-opératoire4-6 weeks
Gradual Recovery and Scar Care
The procedure requires a 2 to 3-day hospital stay. Drains are typically removed around day 2 or 3. A specialized compression garment must be worn 24/7 for 4 to 6 weeks. Walking is possible but should be limited during the first few weeks, with legs slightly apart. The long scars require meticulous and prolonged care (silicone dressings, massage) for 6 to 12 months to achieve the best possible appearance. The final results can be appreciated after 6 to 12 months.
- Strict requirement to wear compression garments
- Limited mobility and specific positioning required during the first few weeks
- Professional and thorough scar care
- Transformative results once healing is complete.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Scars are inevitable and will be long. They're placed on the inner thigh, so they're hidden when your legs are together. The horizontal part in the groin crease is also discreet. With proper care and time (12-24 months), they'll fade significantly, becoming lighter and flatter. This is the trade-off for removing loose, sagging skin.
(Note: I made the following adjustments for natural English flow while maintaining medical accuracy:
1. "longues" → "will be long" (more natural future tense)
2. "face interne" → "inner thigh" (standard anatomical term)
3. "jambes jointes" → "legs are together" (more natural phrasing)
4. "discrete" → "discreet" (corrected spelling)
5. Added "loose, sagging" to better describe "peau qui pend"
6. Restructured the last sentence as "trade-off" conveys "prix à payer" more naturally in this context)
Yes, this is standard practice to ensure symmetry and a single recovery period. Dr. Madjoudj always performs both thighs during the same procedure.
Walking is possible the following day, but it should be done in a slightly forward-leaning position with legs slightly apart to reduce tension. A more normal gait can be achieved after 2-3 weeks. Running and intense physical activities should be avoided for 2-3 months.
A temporary decrease in sensitivity (numbness) on the inner thighs is common due to nerve stretching. Sensation typically returns gradually over several months, though it may be partial in some cases.
Yes, this is very common after significant weight loss. It's often combined with procedures like abdominoplasty, arm lift, and/or buttock lift as part of a circumferential "body lift" or staged over multiple sessions. Dr. Madjoudj will assess the safety of combining these procedures based on your overall health condition.
It is crucial to wait until your weight has been stable for at least 12 to 18 months, your diet is balanced, and any vitamin deficiencies are corrected. Your bariatric surgeon must give their approval. Once these conditions are met, we can schedule your stay in Algiers (approximately 2-3 weeks).
The cost depends on the extent of the resection (vertical or T-technique) and whether it is combined with other procedures. It is determined after the consultation and includes all expenses (surgery, anesthesia, clinic, hospitalization, compression garments, follow-up). A detailed quote is provided to you.