Buttock augmentation

A beautiful butt is considered ideal. – But what is "beautiful" in this case? Especially when it comes to size and fullness, opinions differ. While in some regions of the world, a full, prominent backside is considered desirable, other cultural circles prefer discreet and yet firm forms.

There are several options for achieving one's ideal shape. Which method is right for you will be clarified in a personal consultation.

Methods of buttock enlargement

Butt enlargement with implants

If you value volume, you should consider butt implants. Similar to a breast enlargement silicone cushions are used for visual enlargement in the buttock area. Almost any treatment goal can be achieved thanks to the wide selection of different shapes and sizes of the implants.

Since the butt is a heavily stressed body region, the quality of the implants is paramount. Modern medical filling cushions are considered to be correspondingly safe and almost "indestructible." Thus, buttock enlargement through implants is not only safer than ever. It is considered an effective way to noticeably give the butt larger curves.

Buttock enlargement with autologous fat

The method that became known as "Brazilian Butt Lift" has been popular in Europe for several years. popularIn this procedure, the buttocks are augmented through injections of autologous fat. The doctor extracts body fat from areas such as the hips or abdomenA portion of it is injected into the upper quadrants of the buttocks and can subsequently be stored there permanently, resulting in a long-term effect.

Buttock corrections with hyaluronic acid

Small contour corrections of the buttocks are also possible with hyaluronic acid. However, this is broken down by the body, so a new injection is necessary after a few weeks.

Before the operation

A comprehensive and open consultation is essential before the procedure. Ask all your questions and express your expectations. A good plastic surgeon will outline the possibilities, risks, and alternatives. Inform the surgeon of all medications you are taking. Some medications, such as blood thinners, need to be discontinued before the procedure. On the day of surgery, you must remain fasting. Immediately before the procedure, the surgeon marks important anatomical structures on your skin with a pen to ensure that the implants sit symmetrically and in the correct position later.

Operation procedure

The gluteal augmentation with implants is performed under epidural anesthesia (local anesthesia near the spine, which numbs specific body areas without affecting consciousness). During the procedure, the patient lies on their stomach. In the buttock fold, the doctor incises the skin, undermines the tissue laterally, and places the implants. Using the method by the Brazilian surgeon Dr. Raul Gonzalez, the silicone cushions are placed inside the large gluteal muscle to enlarge, lift, and tighten the buttocks. To sculpt the transition between hips, buttocks, and thighs, the doctor can additionally suction fat and/or pad tissue with autologous fat. Depending on the extent of the procedure, the operation lasts between one and three hours.

Risks of buttock augmentation

Every cosmetic surgery carries the risk of complications, especially when foreign bodies are introduced into the tissue. The wound can bleed again, heal poorly, or become inflamed. Sometimes larger bruises form, or wound fluid accumulates in the implant cavity. Despite utmost care, it is possible that the silicone cushions can shift. Improper implantation of the silicone cushions may later cause them to become visible or cause pain, necessitating another surgery. Sensory disturbances in the buttocks usually disappear within a few weeks after the procedure.

After the operation

As a rule, the patient remains in the clinic for 48 hours after the procedure for monitoring. The wound is loosely bandaged. While the implant heals (about six weeks), it is important to Sport avoid sports and physical exertion. You can usually resume your normal everyday life after two weeks. After about a month, the swelling has subsided and the buttocks have reached their final shape. Only a Operation reminds of the operation: a few centimeters long scar between the buttocks.