Buttock Augmentation

Buttock augmentation is a cosmetic process that enhances the appearance and appeal of a shapeless backside. This process is not only desired by women but also by the transsexual and transgender for more feminine curves to their back. It is also called hip augmentation or enlargement.

Types Of Buttock Augmentation

There are two kinds of buttock augmentations:

1. Buttock lifting

This involves a combination of a butt injection called Brazilian butt lift (fat injections, fat transfer or fat grafting) and liposuction to obtain fat from some other part of the body. The fat obtained is used for the buttock after purification and processing.
2. Surgical enlargement

This involves the insertion of synthetic implants or substances like silicone. Buttocks implants are made leak proof with a material called an elastomer. It takes a while to determine whether a candidate is fit for such an implant and thereafter there are some pre-surgical preparations as well. The procedure requires general anaesthesia, an anti-anxiety drug and anti-biotic to prevent infection and takes around 2-4 hours. Hip padding is also often used.

Post Surgical Care And Recovery

After surgery one needs to wear a surgical, compression or supportive garment, use a cathetre and be on local anesthetics for the next four days. Antibiotics are prescribed for 10 day to check infection. Pain, irritation and bruising that commonly occur right after surgery may also require medication. One cannot lie on her back for about two weeks after surgery. Long-term care involves not sitting on the buttock for long stretches (long plane rides or car rides, watching movies in a cinema hall etc.) for around 6 months. Use of a soft cushion while sitting down is mandatory. Patients can generally return to work within two weeks after surgery, though individual cases differ.

Complications

Some of the common risks are: