ABOUT

Also known as Brazilian butt lift or butt implants

Often, Shapely buttocks are seen as a symbol of femininity and sensuality. The procedure of Buttock augmentation aims to reshape and enhance your gluteal area thus giving you a shapelier and uplifted buttock profile. Usually this can be done by 2 methods: By fat grafting by using your own natural fatty tissue (this is popularly known as Brazilian butt lift) and by using buttock implants.

Buttock Augmentation can be considered in the following situations where

  • Buttocks are too small relative to your body frame
  • Buttocks which are too flat or square
  • Buttocks which became loose, sagging and flat as a result of weight loss or aging process.
  • Swimwear and clothes are not fitting properly on your physique.

Many people who consider Buttock augmentation also consider Liposuction and Breast augmentation

WHERE IS IT DONE
Operation Theatre

DURATION

PROCEDURE DURATION
Fat Transfer 1-2 hours
Buttock Implants 2-3 hours

ANESTHESIA

PROCEDURE ANAESTHESIA
Fat Transfer General
Buttock Implants General

INCISIONS, STITCHES & SCARS

Autologous Fat Transfer

Very small incisions for inserting the liposuction cannulas will be made. These are just large enough for the suction tube or cannula to pass under the skin and remove the fat.

Buttock Implants

The typical incision for inserting the implants would be made would be made in the fold between the buttock “cheeks”. Alternatively the incisions can also be made in the Gluteal crease at the bottom and on the outer corners of the Upper buttock.

STAY AT CLINIC

PROCEDURE STAY AT CLINIC
Fat Transfer 2 days
Buttock Implants 2 days

HOW IS IT PERFORMED?

Autologous fat transfer

Fat is harvested from one area of your body, processed and injected into your buttocks to enhance their shape.

Fat is harvested from fat rich areas in your body such as the thighs, back, hips and abdomen. Liposuction cannulas are used to remove the fat.

3 small incisions are usually necessary for reinjecting the fat into the buttocks. They are strategically placed such that, they are easily hidden under the clothing.

Fat grafting is done in multiple layers while the cannula is moving back and forth to ensure an even distribution of the fat.

The incisions are closed with sutures.

Drains will be inserted.

Compression garments should be worn after the surgery for a prescribed period of time.

Buttock Implants

For treating flat buttocks or poorly defined buttocks, implants would be the most appropriate choice especially when patients have limited fatty tissue. But they won’t make an effective choice for sagging buttocks resulting from significant weight loss.

An incision will be made in the natural buttock crease, this is strategically chosen as it can be hidden easily under clothing or from an untrained eye. An alternate incision site can also be used as per the case.

A silicone implant which is appropriately shaped and soft will be placed in the pocket below the Gluteal (buttock) muscle and above the pelvic bone.

Incisions will be closed with sutures.

Drains will be inserted, which will be removed later.

A compression garment should be worn for a prescribed period of time.

Which procedure is best for me?

After careful evaluation of your health and your cosmetic goals the surgeon will recommend the best option for you.

Usually, for a more enhanced rounded appearance of buttocks, implants are chosen.

Fat grafting would be a good choice for contouring and reshaping the buttocks.

Implants would be appropriate for lean people with little excess fat.

In cases with sagging buttocks resulting from a massive weight loss, the fat grafting alone or a combination of fat grafting and implant surgery would make an effective strategy.

A safety warning regarding Silicone injections

Silicone injections are unacceptable as they are an unsafe option posing health hazards for buttock augmentation. Always consult your MCI licensed surgeon when you are considering the buttock augmentation procedure. These are often offered by unlicensed individuals, hence exert due diligence while choosing your doctor.

REST AT HOME BEFORE RESUMING OFFICE WORK

PROCEDURE REST AT HOME
Fat Transfer 2 weeks
Buttock Implants 2 weeks

AFTER CARE AND RECOVERY

Removal of inserted Drains
Duration for which Special tight garments have to be worn
You may experience some pain as the anaesthesia wears off, this is expected, contact your physician if the pain is extreme or lasting for a long time.

Some amount of swelling will remain for weeks to months after the surgery, this should gradually subside.

To know for sure if the pain and swelling that you are experiencing are normal or abnormal, consult your surgeon.

The time frame for recovery depends on a host of factors and varies greatly among individuals, it is important that you realize this.

  • After Fat Grafting: You can resume your daily work and driving 10 to 14 days after the surgery, however use a pillow while sitting to reduce the pressure on your buttocks. You can return to doing exercise and other normal activities after 8 weeks.
  • After Implant Surgery: You can resume your office work in 2 to 3 weeks, but while sitting use a pillow to reduce the pressure on your buttocks for at least 8 weeks. You can resume exercise related activities 8 to 10 weeks after the surgery. But, if there any complications related to wound healing, you should wait at least 3 to 4 months before you hit the gym again.

FOLLOW UP VISITS

PROCEDURE FOLLOW UP VISITS
Fat Transfer 1 week and 2 weeks after the surgery
Buttock Implants 1 week and 3 weeks after the surgery

HOW LONG WILL MY RESULTS LAST?

Buttock Implants 1 week and 3 weeks after the surgery
HOW LONG WILL MY RESULTS LAST? Buttock augmentation surgery yields long lasting results under normal circumstances with proper post-operative care.

The fat grafted in the fat transfer surgery will stay at the grafted place for the rest of your life and will grow and age life like any tissue in your body.

In surgery of Implants placement, it is not necessary to remove them unless you develop a late complication.

Buttock augmentation procedure improves the contour of your buttocks, but you should maintain this look by necessary lifestyle changes such a healthy diet and a suitable workout regimen into your daily routine.

Maintain good communication with the aesthetic plastic surgeon

Keeping safety in mind as well as for the most beautiful outcome of the procedure, we advise that you visit the clinic for follow-up evaluations at prescribed times and whenever you notice any changes in the treatment areas. Do not hesitate to contact the surgeon when you have any questions or concerns.

ASSOCIATED COSTS

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LIMITATIONS & RISKS

Significant complications from Buttock augmentation, fortunately, are infrequent. The risks specific to your health will be discussed during the consultation. Every year thousands of people undergo this procedure and are glad with the results.

Every surgery has some risks associated with it. Some potential ones include

  • Allergies
  • Adverse response to the specific med
  • Damage to the underlying structures during the procedure
  • Hematoma or seroma (an aggregation of blood or liquid under the skin that might require removal)
  • Infection and bleeding
  • Changes in sensation
  • Scarring
  • Unsatisfactory results that might necessitate additional procedures

Some specific risks pertaining to Buttock augmentation include

Fat transfer

  • The results from this procedure are difficult to predict as nearly 40% of the grafted fat can get absorbed causing an asymmetry. Such situations necessitate additional fat grafting sessions to achieve the desired “Look”.

Implants

  • The placed implants can slip causing an asymmetry.

Additional surgery may be required in situations of complications and changes in shape.

You can minimize certain risks by following the instructions given by the doctor both before and after the surgery.