How to Get Healthy Looking Legs

Lately, it seems that everyone is becoming more health and exercise conscience and looking for ways to better their physique. From cross training to swimming, men and women alike are constantly working on toning and strengthening more than their abdominal region. Simply being thin is no longer good enough, which is why ultra-skinny, frail models and actresses are no longer considered role models for the general public. Toned arms and legs are all the rage right now; but, when hours of exercise and healthy eating no longer provide the desired results, many turn to others forms of body contouring.

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There are several ways to achieve healthier looking legs. While some are only temporary fixes, others offer more permanent solutions.

Makeup and Self-Tanners

A quick fix for a night out or special event is using makeup and self-tanners to give the appearance of a toned leg and/or arm. From bronzers and highlighters to spray-on tans, the careful strategic placement of these products can help you achieve a sculpted and healthy look. But, what happens when your next shower washes away the illusion of a muscular thigh? Now, with the help of plastic surgery, you can attain the shape you want with a longer-lasting result.

Implants

Calf implants are nothing new and it seems like these are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to surgically enhancing the legs. There are now various procedures that can be performed in order to help men and women achieve a more sculpted and healthy appearance.

Liposuction

One of the more common surgical procedures that offer more permanent results is micro-liposuction, which can be performed around the thighs and even the ankle/calf area. Typically, excess fat in the outer thighs (“saddlebags”) can be difficult to reduce through diet and exercise, which is where micro-liposuction comes into play. Similar to traditional lipoplasty, a metal rod called a cannula is inserted via small incision in the area to be treated; however, this cannula is smaller, more precise, and better suited for the area. This technique can also be used to remove fat in the “cankle” area – the point where the calf/ankle meet and does not show an obvious separation.

Sclerotherapy

In addition to liposuction, patients who suffer from spider veins or other vascular malformation, such as varicose veins, often consider sclerotherapy. This is a non-invasive procedure that takes only minutes to perform. Sclerotherapy entails using a very small need to inject a fluid into the veins in order to reduce their appearance. In many cases, unsightly veins completely disappear!

The best way to determine an appropriate treatment plan for your specific needs is to schedule an appointment with a qualified professional. To learn more about how to achieve healthy, sculpted legs, we encourage to you to contact The Aesthetic Institute. Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Robert M. Wald, Jr., M.D., has years of experience and can help you achieve the look you desire. To schedule your consultation with Dr. Wald, please call us at 888-401-2806 or fill out our online contact form.