You may have heard the term ‘thigh gap’ in reference to a space between the thighs when a woman stands upright with feet together. The thigh gap is a current aesthetic trend that naturally occurs only in particularly slim girls and women. So now that you know what it is, do you know if you need one?
The Origins of the Obsession
The thigh gap obsession began after a Victoria’s Secret fashion show in which seemingly all the models had the thin and toned thighs that make a thigh gap possible. This new upper leg sensation promptly encouraged women to consider ways to slim down their thighs for the coveted streamlined appearance, regardless of the fact that most women’s thighs aren’t really built that way.
Above anything else, what the thigh gap obsession really demonstrates is misplaced focus. Most women wish to improve their figure simply by bringing out the best in their own body. Sometimes, this means slimming down problem areas that haven’t responded to diet or exercise, and that can certainly include the inner or outer thighs for some. Getting a thigh gap goes well beyond this modest goal by attempting to change your natural anatomy.
Thigh Lipo in Moderation
Liposuction of the inner or outer thighs can help women fine-tune their upper leg appearance by providing body contouring finesse that can’t be achieved by eating right and doing your lunges. The results can help women feel more confident and beautiful in their own skin, regardless of popular societal trends.
Dr. Joseph J. Castellano is a native Floridian who grew up in the Tampa Bay area. During medical school and his 5 years of training in General Surgery, Dr. Castellano developed a strong interest in Cosmetic Surgery. He followed his residency training with an elective year of specialized training with the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. From 2010-2011, he completed a fellowship in Indiana focused entirely of cosmetic surgery of the face and body. During his fellowship, he received specialized training in facial rejuvenation, breast augmentation, abdominoplasty, and body contouring. Dr. Castellano received his board certification from the American College of Surgeons in 2010.
Dr. Castellano focuses on breast augmentation, abdominoplasty, liposuction, facelift, and eyelid rejuvenation. Additionally, he operates on numerous skin cancers, scar revisions, spider veins, and specializes in the management of aging skin with chemical peels and laser resurfacing.
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