Buttock Augmentation

Buttock augmentation surgery is the surgery for re-shaping butt and buttocks with implants or with fat grafting. It is also known as Gluteal augmentation. Buttock augmentation surgery helps to create fuller and contoured buttocks. This happens immediately after the surgery. Hence, the shape of the patient’s body figure gets balanced in a very short time. It is also affordable when you consider what you will get. Buttock augmentation costs and between £2,200 – €8,500.

If someone thinks that their buttock is smaller compared to the frame of their body, they can consider getting a buttock augmentation. As a result, they will have fuller buttocks. In addition to making the buttocks fuller, the surgery also helps to create a rounder and balanced look. It is mainly for people who have square or flat buttocks. It might be unnecessary for some people to get buttock augmentation surgery owing to the fact that the muscles in their buttock area are easier to get fuller by exercising. However, many people cannot achieve the look they want by only exercising. Because every person has got a different body type. For cases like that cosmetic surgeons recommend people to have buttock augmentation to achieve their target look.

Many people can feel psychologically down because of their bodies. In many cases, having a flat or bad shaped buttock can cause people to socialize less, or prevent them from going to ceremonies, beach parties… Having a buttock augmentation immediately vanishes all those problems into the air and causes patients to feel so much better about their bodies.

What Are the Types of Buttock Augmentation? 

1) Buttock Implants:

Buttock implants aim to create a round look with extra volume. It is mainly performed by placing special implants for the buttock area in the deep tissues of the buttocks. The implants are inserted in from the incisions that are made on the buttock cheeks or gluteal creases. The material used for implants is Silicone. It is a soft material that will not bother the patient.

The advantage of Silicone buttock implants are:

• Silicone implants add more volume than fat grafting (Brazilian butt surgery).
• It can be used for people who do not have extra fat on their body.
• It is an effective and safe method that creates immediate results.

This procedure can be combined with patient’s fat that has been extracted to create a more natural look.

2) Silicone and Hydrogel Injections:

Hydrogel injections are also used for buttock augmentation. It is not a classic surgery method and it might be dangerous. In the procedure, hydrogel shots are injected in the areas that are planned to get fuller. The disadvantage of this procedure is that it does not have permanent results and they do not immediately change the look of the buttocks. This procedure is not recommended due to the fact that it can be dangerous to inject silicone or hydrogel injections to buttocks even though silicone implants can be used. It is significant to state that illegal clinics offer to inject silicone and other similar non-medical materials as injections to patients to make them achieve their dream look. It is highly dangerous and one should make sure that the clinic they chose is trustworthy and applies correct methods of buttock augmentation surgery. Otherwise, it can create life-threatening risks.

3) Sculptra butt lift:

Sculptra is a filler type that can be injected into the buttocks. It is not a classic surgical method as well. It can be applied in the cosmetic doctor’s office. As it is an easy procedure, the patient does not have to stay in the hospital after the procedure. Sculptra fillers do not add a great deal of volume immediately after the surgery. However, owing to the fact that the application increases to produce more collagen after some weeks or months, it might cause further fullness in the operated area. The procedure needs several sessions for an important difference so it is an expensive method. This method is not recommended by cosmetic surgeons owing to the fact that they have got more risks compared to implants and fat transfer.

4) Fat transfer (Brazilian butt lift):

Brazilian butt lift is also a cosmetic surgery type that aims to make the buttocks fuller and shaped; however, it has got a different procedure than buttock augmentation surgery. In this method, instead of using implants or injections, the patient’s fat is used to create a contoured and feminine look. During the procedure, first fat tissues are removed by the body using liposuction. In general, the fat is removed from the abdomen, thighs, flanks, or hips. However, every patient cannot be suitable for this procedure. To remove fat from the body of the patient, there should be an area in which the patient has got extra fat that can be removed. After removal of the fat, they are injected into the buttock area back. It can also be combined with implants and skin tightening It is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries of the 21st century.

5) Liposuction:

Liposuction can also be used to make the buttock area contoured and rounder in some cases. It is also used to remove fat from suitable areas from the body of the patient to inject to buttock area to create an enhanced look. However, some patients do not have extra fat on their body, so they need to get implants or injections. If the patient has got extra skin on the buttock area, this method can be combined with silicone implants to get rid of the saggy look. In the late years, buttock implants and Brazilian butt surgery is highly popular.

The Difference Between Buttock Augmentation and Buttock Lift

• In Buttock lift surgery, the patient’s fat is used to create a rounder look, but buttock augmentation surgery, implants, or injections are used.
• Implants can achieve more volume in the buttock area, whereas fat transfer creates a more smooth and natural look.
• They are preferred for patients who do not have enough fat to harvest for their target look.
• Buttock implants can also be used with the own fat of the patient to create a more defined and fuller look.
• While implants are a must for many patients to have a full look, they have more risks than fat transfer like infection and capsular contracture.

Who Are Suitable for Buttock Augmentation Surgery?

One can consider buttock augmentation if they are saying yes to one of the sentences stated below:

• If the patient’s buttocks are too small, flat, or square compared to his/her body frame and if the patient aims to have a more round, full look.
• If he/she has got extra skin on the buttock area due to aging or weight loss.
• Providing that the buttocks are asymmetrical.
• If the patient is not pleased with how he/she looks and needs a change for regaining self-confidence.

Buttock augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that is highly preferred by both women and men. However, everyone cannot be suitable for a cosmetic procedure because of several reasons. To be able to get a Buttock augmentation surgery, one should qualify those:

Being over 18 years old: Even though people under 18 years old can have cosmetic surgeries if their parents allow that legally. However, cosmetic surgeons do not recommend people under 18 to have Buttock augmentation surgery as they are not mature enough to have such decisions. It is significant to note that skin elasticity reduces owing to aging and this is not good for getting a Buttock augmentation surgery done.

Having realistic expectations: Many patients tend to choose a model image and indicate that they want to be exactly like that image. But, every individual has got a different body, skin type so they might not have the same results with that image. They should have realistic expectations for the Buttock augmentation surgery and accept every risk and complication that might occur.

Being in a healthy mental state: The patient should have stable, healthy psychology to get cosmetic surgery done in that they might have decisions without considering risks or the realistic results that will be achieved. Hence they have the possibility of regretting the procedure. Cosmetic surgeons want patients to have a clear decision without being affected by traumatic situations.

Stopping to smoke and nicotine-based products: Smoking causes many complications and the most important ones are chest infection and poor wound healing. To have a better recovery process, one should stop smoking at least 6 weeks before the procedure

Not using alcohol or drugs before the surgery: It is highly recommended to quit alcohol intake and drug use before the surgery.

Having a healthy lifestyle: If the patient maintains a healthy lifestyle before the surgery, the risks of the surgery will reduce. One should take care of his/her diet and try exercising.

Having a suitable medical background: Some conditions or allergies might stop the patient from getting cosmetic surgery due to the high possibility of serious complications. It is important to get checked previous surgery records, medical treatments including herbal medicine, and conditions. If the patient has got diabetes, his/her body might not be able to fight infections due to poor circulation and poor wound healing is expected.

Having suitable skin and tissues: Some skins are not elastic enough for the procedure caused by some factors such as heritage, aging, conditions, or damage caused by previous surgery. They might need previous treatment to gain healthy tissues and suitable skin.

Having a stable weight: To get better results from the surgery, cosmetic surgeons recommend patients to have a stable weight.

What Are the Risks of Buttock Augmentation Surgery with Implants?

Similar to every cosmetic surgery, buttock augmentation surgery with implants has got risks and complications that might occur during and after the procedure. To avoid any possible risks or reduce the chance of complications, the patient should talk about every risk possible and get precautions before and after the surgery with the help of the responsible surgeon. Buttock augmentation surgery with implants has got a high satisfactory rate in many post-surgery surveys, this procedure can be considered as almost safe; however, cosmetic surgeons do not recommend silicone or other kinds of injections for buttock augmentation. The risks and complications that might occur during the procedure of Buttock augmentation surgery with implants are:

• Hematoma: Excessive bleeding and blood collecting under the buttock. It might need further surgery to stop bleeding.
• Keloid (Heavy Scarring): Scarring is expected after the Buttock augmentation surgery, although heavy scarring can be a sign of a complication.
• Infection: Infection is a very risky complication. It can mostly get treated by taking antibiotics; however, it might need surgery as well.
• Numbness: Numbness is caused by buttock tissues getting damaged in surgery. It might be serious only if it is persistent. In general, it heals after a few months.
• Change in skin sensation.
• Change in skin color.
• Persistent pain.
• Allergic reactions to implants.
• Skin necrosis: Losing the skin on the operation area.
• Fat necrosis: Losing the fat tissues in the operation area.
• Seroma (fluid accumulation): It is the name for collecting under the buttocks. The surgeon might insert drains to get rid of the excess fluid collecting. Pressure garments and massaging help to reduce it, too. The cosmetic surgeon can recommend the patient to have a lymphatic massage that will increase swelling and, help for getting rid of excess fluid through drains.
• Poor wound healing (mostly caused by smoking or diabetes).
• Suture rupture.
• Complications caused by anesthesia: Nausea, Vomiting, Heart attack.
• Other possibilities about implants: Asymmetries. The implants might slip and move in another place which might create a bad look and it needs another buttock augmentation surgery to solve that problem.

Deciding on Getting Buttock Augmentation Surgery

The first step of getting a buttock augmentation surgery is finding a certified clinic with an experienced cosmetic surgeon. After getting an appointment in the clinic, one who considers getting a buttock augmentation surgery should ask several questions to the surgeon and what can be done to achieve the best results that fit in the patient’s desires. Topics to be talked about during the first consultation is:

What kind of look the person who plans to get the surgery wants: The patient should state how big, full, or contoured look she/he wants. They might expect unrealistic results from the surgery so it should be openly discussed with the surgeon.

How is the quality of the patient’s skin: Some patients might not have suitable quality for a buttock augmentation surgery. The elasticity of the skin can get decreased by aging or heritage. Previous failed surgeries might also change the elasticity of the skin which will make the surgical procedure harder. If the skin is not elastic enough, they might postpone the surgery for further treatment that will make the skin gain its elasticity or start with smaller implants or injections.

What kind of buttock augmentation the surgeon plans: The cosmetic surgeon will recommend the most suitable type of Buttock augmentation surgery that meets with the patient’s needs and goals. In some cases patients are focused on one type of buttock augmentation surgery; however, their skin or target look might not get created by the type they thought of. Hence the cosmetic surgeon will examine the patient and recommend the one which will lead to better results.

What kind/size of implants or injections will be used: If the surgeon decides on implants or injections, the patient should ask further questions about the quality and type of implants. It is also significant to know what size implants or how much injections will be inserted during the procedure.

Finding suitable fat donor area for Brazilian butt surgery: If the surgeon decides on having Brazilian butt surgery, suitable donor area should be found and examined if the skin and tissues are healthy.

Demanding to see Before/After images from previous patients: The patient can also ask the surgeon to see his/her previous work to have a better idea about your future results.

Previous cosmetic surgeries or any other surgery should be talked about: Some previous surgeries might make a difference in the procedure or the surgery might be postponed to another date. While the patient will consult the cosmetic surgeon, he/she should bring previous medical records of the surgeries.

Talking about previous and current medical conditions: Some of the medical conditions make plastic surgeries unavailable for the patients. Any kind of past/present conditions should be discussed. Allergies that the patient has got should be stated in the consultation as well. Allergies to some medicine that will be used during or after the surgery might increase the possibility of complications.

Medications previously or currently being used: Some medications might increase the risks of buttock augmentation surgery. The surgeon might ask to quit some medications before the surgery such as aspirin, vitamins that might increase risks, and nicotine treatment… During the consultation, the surgeon should make everything about the surgery clear for the patient. If there are any suggestions that the patient can do before the surgery to reduce the risks of Buttock augmentation surgery should be discussed. In addition to the patient’s background and present information, several topics about the plastic surgeon, the clinic, or hospital should be talked about. Those topics are:

• The experience of the cosmetic surgeon on Buttock augmentation surgery. How many years he worked, how many procedures he has operated…
• The place the surgery will be performed, the number of medical assistants.
• Hospital or clinic’s privileges if they have any.

How to Get Ready for Buttock Augmentation Surgery?

After having the first consultation with the cosmetic surgeon, the patient should be told how to get ready for the Buttock augmentation surgery. The first thing to do is trying to maintain living healthy and being on a stable weight. If the patient starts living healthy, many complications that might occur before and after the surgery will have a lower possibility.

• The patient should get a blood test: After the blood test results, the patient might not be able to have the surgery if he/she has got medical conditions that will increase the risks of the surgery. If not, he/she might find out that they lack iron, vitamins or any similar results might be found and the surgeon might recommend the patient to take some medicine before the surgery.
• The patient should check the medicine he/she uses and stop if needed: While the cosmetic surgeon might offer the patient to start taking medicine, he might also offer the patient to stop taking some medicine, for example, aspirin and anti-inflammatory medicine. They increase the risk of bleeding.
• The patient must stop smoking or nicotine intake six weeks before the surgery: Nicotine increases the risks of complications during the surgery and causes poor wound healing.
• He/She should stop using alcohol and drugs,
• A balanced diet, exercise routine should be followed, 
• He/she should keep hydrated.

How Buttock Augmentation Surgery Is Performed?

The first step is the whole process is the examination made by the cosmetic surgeon. After making sure that the patient is suitable for getting cosmetic surgery done, and deciding on what kind of Buttock augmentation surgery suits the best for the patient, the procedure starts. The surgery is performed by a team of cosmetic surgeons and nurses with cosmetic surgery experience. During the surgery, the patient’s blood pressure, pulse heart rate, and oxygen level will be checked.

1) Signing a consent form:

In every cosmetic surgery, the patient should sign a consent form to show that he/she accepts every step of the surgery and every possible complication.

2) Anesthesia:

During the Buttock augmentation surgery, general anesthesia is preferred. It can include sedation(intravenous) as well.

3) Incisions:

Incisions are made on both butt cheeks (if the patient wants a procedure for both buttocks. Some patients need only for one to balance the asymmetric look between both sides). The length and amount depend on the implant’s size. The place where the incision will be made changes depending on what the looking patient wants. Mostly they are made in gluteal creases above thighs, between the buttock cheeks where it can hide, or between the buttocks.

4) Placing implants:

The implants chosen in the size of the patient’s wishes are inserted in a place that can change individually. Some people need implants for asymmetry while some patients want more volume. The implants for Buttock augmentation surgery is inserted from the incisions to the muscle or above the gluteal muscle.

5) Stitching incisions:

The surgeon stitches the incisions made after inserting the implants and cannula.

6) Inserting cannula (Drainage tubes):

Due to the surgery, the patient’s buttocks where the implants were inserted will start producing fluids under the buttock tissue. It is a common complication. In order to avoid other risks that can be caused by that complication, the surgeon inserts cannula, drainage tubes in another name, to drain the excess fluid.

7) Applying pressure garments:

After the surgery, the patient directly starts wearing pressure garments or corsets to help excessive fluid to drain. How long the patient should wear the corsets can change individually, so the surgeon is going to inform when to take the pressure garments off.

8) Return to ward:

The patient is taken to a room to be examined after the surgery. The hospital or the clinic team of nurses and a surgeon waits for anesthesia to wear off and escort the patient to walk, eat or take medicine. If there are any complications related to anesthesia or the buttock augmentation surgery, the cosmetic surgeon immediately takes an action. The patient can leave the hospital after one day in general and books another appointment for the surgeon to check how is the healing process.

Recovery

Having cosmetic surgery is something almost everyone considers in their life-time. Some people are afraid of the surgical procedure while others worry about the recovery period and post-surgery care routine. There is nothing to be scared or worried about the after surgery period of Buttock augmentation surgery. However, for a couple of weeks the patient should be careful about his/her eating habits, exercising routine, and scar care. It is around four weeks to recover from Buttock augmentation surgery. This four week period is highly important for patients. Owing to the fact that any neglect can create complications after the surgery. After Buttock augmentation surgery, the patient will return to the ward, and the recovery period will start.

The cosmetic surgeon responsible or nurses that take care of the patient will inform the patient about what to do and what not to do about the recovery period in detail. It is better to have someone who can escort the patient after the procedure to listen carefully. Because sometimes patients tend to ignore what the surgeon recommends feeling excitement after the surgery. The patient can also offer a paper where he/she can find information about what to do in the recovery period. This should include information about: ;Drains if the patient has got it, expected symptoms that do not need to be treated, symptoms that might warn about upcoming complications, scar care, when to return to work, when to start exercising, showering, etc.

• After the surgery, the patient will start wearing pressure garments to reduce excess fluid. This garment will be for 6 to 8 weeks. On the first day after the Buttock augmentation surgery, the patient should lay in bed. However, for a nice circulation in the body, the patient should try to move his/her arms and legs from time to time.
• The second day after Buttock augmentation surgery, the patient can start walking.
• In the first week, the excess fluid will drain from the incision area through a cannula. It will be removed after excess fluid stops collecting.
• In the first weeks of the surgery, the patient is going to feel pain in the surgical area. Because while moving and walking, the muscles underneath the implants are used. This might create pain as the surgical area is moving. To lessen the pain, the surgeon will recommend using painkillers.
• It is recommended to sleep and lay down on the stomach or sides. Sitting on the surgical area might damage the surgical area. So, it is only allowed in toiled or while eating at least for two weeks. The patient should avoid direct pressure from the surgical area at least for eight weeks. It is recommended to use a pillow while sitting.
• In three weeks, the patient can start working
• After ten weeks the patient can start exercising; however, being able to go to the gym might take more time than ten weeks.

How Many Hours Buttock Augmentation Surgery Lasts?

Buttock augmentation surgery is a surgery that’s based on the individual’s wishes and needs, so the duration of the surgery can change between two to three hours.

How Much Does Buttock Augmentation Surgery Costs?

Every patient has got different expectations from buttock augmentation surgery and they have got different body types. The number of injections or the size of implants differs in each patient. Due to those differences, Buttock augmentation surgery’s cost can change individually. The costs of buttock augmentation surgery will not be covered by the patient’s insurance as it is cosmetic surgery. The cost the patient covers might include:

• any medical tests,
• medical application,
• implants or injections’ payment,
• a prescription for medicine,
• surgeon and the surgical team’s payment,
• garments that will be used after the surgery.

Buttock augmentation surgery’s cost can also change if it is operated to fix previous surgery. It might need further treatment and the surgery’s procedure might be different from the general one. Cosmetic surgeries generally cost a great deal of money in the UK. One can consider getting Buttock augmentation surgery in Turkey where cosmetic surgeries are very popular. There are decent clinics with experienced surgeons who are preferred by many people from all over the world. The costs of Buttock augmentation in Turkey are also affordable.

Can Buttock Implants Be Considered As Safe?

According to the surveys made by many organizations, the success rate of Buttock augmentation surgery is above 90%. However, the procedure still has got risks. It is highly significant to choose a good clinic with a skilled and experienced cosmetic surgeon. Then, follow the rules of before and after surgical procedures for the best results. If the whole procedure is followed in a precise, implants are safe.

Are the Results of Buttock Augmentation Surgery Permanent?

The permanency of buttock augmentation surgery can change owing to many reasons. If the surgery got buttock implants, it has got less permanency compared to fat transfer. The results for implants are mostly permanent. However, the type and quality of the implants might shorten the time of usage and they might need to get replaced by new implants after some time. During the consultation, the cosmetic doctor will inform the patient about what kind of implants are to be inserted. The patient might also have problems with the implant (it might break), so it might have to be removed.

It is important for the patient’s safety to get regular controls for their implants by the cosmetic surgeon. If the augmentation is made by fat transfer, it is permanent for a lifetime. However, getting pregnant, losing, or gaining weight might change the results of the procedure. It is highly recommended to maintain a healthy lifestyle and regular exercise routine after the surgery.

Is It Possible To See the Results of Buttock Augmentation Surgery Immediately After the Procedure?

One can see the results of buttock augmentation surgery with implants immediately after the surgery. However, due to the procedure of the surgery, the patient will have excess fluid. As a result, the area will have swelling for some weeks. In addition to that, there will be scar marks that will fade in the upcoming weeks. Full results of the buttock augmentation surgery will be seen after 6 to 8 months later on average.

Does Buttock Augmentation Surgery Result in Scarring?

The scarring of the surgery is different for every procedure as the implants are different for individual’s needs. It is expected to have scarring in the incision area after the surgery. In general, this scarring is hidden between both butt cheeks. If not, it will not be visible when they are on the gluteal crease above the thighs. Those scars heal over time and start to fade. With some products and oils, scarring can be less visible.

Can Slim/Skinny People Have Buttock Augmentation Surgery?

Buttock augmentation surgery with implants is mainly for people who do not have extra fat. Because they do not have enough fat on their body that can be used to create a round and fuller look. Slim people can have buttock augmentation surgery.

Can Someone Who Has Extra Skin Around the Buttock Area Have Implants?

Buttock augmentation surgery with butt implants might not have the best results for the patient. It is recommended to have fat grafting (Brazilian butt lift) for patients with extra skin.

Can Someone Have Buttock Augmentation Surgery Without Getting Implants?

If the person has got enough fat to harvest to be transferred in the buttock area, he/she can consider Buttock augmentation with fat grafting which is called Brazilian butt lift or Buttock lift surgery.