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'''Buttock augmentation''' is a procedure that reshapes and enhances your gluteal area, providing you with an uplifted and shapelier buttock profile. In the past ten years, this procedure has become increasingly popular worldwide, with shapely buttocks often seen as a symbol of femininity and sensuality. The most frequent methods for enlarging and reshaping your buttocks are fat grafting using your own natural fatty tissue (popularly referred to as the Brazilian butt lift), or with buttock implants.
{{Short description|Surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of the buttocks}}


==Procedure==
== Buttock Augmentation ==
Buttock augmentation can be achieved through either the use of [[implants]] or through transferring your own fat, or sometimes a combination of both. Your surgeon may choose between a variety of incision patterns and techniques.
[[File:Gluteus_maximus_muscle.PNG|thumb|right|Anatomy of the gluteus maximus muscle]]
'''Buttock augmentation''' is a surgical procedure aimed at enhancing the size, shape, and contour of the [[buttocks]]. This procedure is often sought by individuals who desire a more aesthetically pleasing posterior or who wish to correct asymmetries or volume loss due to aging or weight fluctuations.


The appropriate technique for you will be determined based on:
== Techniques ==
* Buttock size and shape
There are several techniques used in buttock augmentation, each with its own advantages and considerations:
* The amount of fat you have on your body that can be used for injection to the buttocks
* Your personal goals
* Your individual body type and skin elasticity


==Risks==
=== Fat Grafting ===
As with any surgical procedure, there are risks involved in buttock augmentation. These may include:
Also known as the "Brazilian Butt Lift," this technique involves [[liposuction]] to remove fat from other areas of the body, such as the [[abdomen]], [[thighs]], or [[flanks]]. The harvested fat is then purified and injected into the buttocks to enhance volume and shape. This method is popular due to its dual benefit of body contouring and natural augmentation.
* Infection
* Excessive bleeding
* Hematoma or seroma (an accumulation of blood or fluid under the skin that may require removal)
* Changes in skin sensation
* Scarring
* Allergies to tape, suture materials and glues, blood products, topical preparations or injected agents
* Anesthesia risks
* Damage to deeper structures such as nerves, blood vessels, muscles, and lungs can occur and may be temporary or permanent
* Pain, which may persist
* Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications
* Possibility of revisional surgery


==Recovery==
=== Buttock Implants ===
Following your surgery, dressings or bandages may be applied to your incisions. An elastic bandage or support garment may be used to minimize swelling and support the buttocks as it heals following surgery.
Buttock implants involve the surgical insertion of silicone implants into the buttocks. This technique is often chosen by individuals who do not have enough excess fat for grafting or who desire a more dramatic increase in size. Implants are placed either above or below the [[gluteus maximus]] muscle, depending on the desired outcome and the surgeon's recommendation.


==See Also==
=== Combination Techniques ===
Some patients may benefit from a combination of fat grafting and implants to achieve the desired size and shape. This approach can provide the volume and projection of implants with the natural feel and contouring of fat grafting.
 
== Considerations ==
When considering buttock augmentation, patients should be aware of the potential risks and complications, which can include infection, implant displacement, fat necrosis, and asymmetry. It is crucial to choose a qualified and experienced [[plastic surgeon]] to minimize these risks.
 
== Recovery ==
Recovery from buttock augmentation varies depending on the technique used. Generally, patients can expect swelling, bruising, and discomfort for several weeks. It is important to follow the surgeon's post-operative instructions, which may include wearing compression garments and avoiding sitting directly on the buttocks for a specified period.
 
== Related Pages ==
* [[Plastic surgery]]
* [[Plastic surgery]]
* [[Cosmetic surgery]]
* [[Liposuction]]
* [[Gluteus maximus]]
* [[Body contouring]]
* [[Body contouring]]


[[Category:Medical procedures]]
[[Category:Plastic surgery]]
[[Category:Plastic surgery]]
[[Category:Cosmetic surgery]]
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Revision as of 05:32, 16 February 2025

Surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of the buttocks


Buttock Augmentation

Anatomy of the gluteus maximus muscle

Buttock augmentation is a surgical procedure aimed at enhancing the size, shape, and contour of the buttocks. This procedure is often sought by individuals who desire a more aesthetically pleasing posterior or who wish to correct asymmetries or volume loss due to aging or weight fluctuations.

Techniques

There are several techniques used in buttock augmentation, each with its own advantages and considerations:

Fat Grafting

Also known as the "Brazilian Butt Lift," this technique involves liposuction to remove fat from other areas of the body, such as the abdomen, thighs, or flanks. The harvested fat is then purified and injected into the buttocks to enhance volume and shape. This method is popular due to its dual benefit of body contouring and natural augmentation.

Buttock Implants

Buttock implants involve the surgical insertion of silicone implants into the buttocks. This technique is often chosen by individuals who do not have enough excess fat for grafting or who desire a more dramatic increase in size. Implants are placed either above or below the gluteus maximus muscle, depending on the desired outcome and the surgeon's recommendation.

Combination Techniques

Some patients may benefit from a combination of fat grafting and implants to achieve the desired size and shape. This approach can provide the volume and projection of implants with the natural feel and contouring of fat grafting.

Considerations

When considering buttock augmentation, patients should be aware of the potential risks and complications, which can include infection, implant displacement, fat necrosis, and asymmetry. It is crucial to choose a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon to minimize these risks.

Recovery

Recovery from buttock augmentation varies depending on the technique used. Generally, patients can expect swelling, bruising, and discomfort for several weeks. It is important to follow the surgeon's post-operative instructions, which may include wearing compression garments and avoiding sitting directly on the buttocks for a specified period.

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