Buttocks Augmentation & Buttock Implants FAQ

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1. Am I a candidate for Buttock Augmentation?

If you are in good health (no serious health concerns) and have realistic expectations -- you may be a good candidate for Buttock Augmentation. Some individuals can exercise and lift weights or "do" squats until they are blue in the face and cannot seem to build muscle in the buttock area. If you are one of these individuals, you may be a candidate for Buttock Augmentation.

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2. What are Buttock implants made from?

Buttock Implants are normally made from medical grade solid silicone, a pliable, yet firm, solid piece of silicone. This solid Silicone is generally well-tolerated by the body and has the capacity to be formed into various shapes.

Normally these blocks of silicone can be carved to custom fit an individual for implantation. The medical grade silicone is non-reactive and considered non toxic and an excellent choice for augmentation in these areas.

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3. How many techniques are there for Buttock Augmentation?

There is really only one technique so far and two incision placements for implants . Depending upon your body's tissue, the Silicone implants will be custom fit to accommodate your own body style and inserted through an incision made in the natural crease underneath your buttock cheek or in the "crack" of the buttocks and placed between the muscle and the fascia.

For Fat Grafting it is generally the same concept but different techniques, from liposuction of the fat or manual aspiration with a syringe. Some surgeons centrifuge the fat, or spin it, and remove the excess fluids. Some surgeons thread it within the muscle, some within the subcutaneous fat areas, and some a combo of these -- and even others simple injections. Please discuss this factor with your surgeon.

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4. What does a typical consultation for Buttock Augmentation entail?

Your surgeon will discuss with you the realistic expectations you must have and what he thinks is possible for the end result. He will discuss the risks of the procedure. show photos if applicable and discuss with you the details of the procedure itself. It is possible that your doctor (depending on your measurements and desires) may have to custom fit an implant. Normally the surgeon will have to custom fit you by carving the inner portion of the implant to fit an individuals glutes. That way there will be more comfort for the patient.

For Fat he will pinch areas of your body where fat has collected in search for viable fat to aspirate and re-implant.

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5. How is a Buttock Augmentation procedure performed?

The procedure is usually performed under Light Sleep Sedation with local anesthetic or general anesthetic. The patient will be laid on his/her stomach and an incision will be made in the natural crease underneath the buttock cheek or the "crack". A pocket is made under the fascia (thick white covering for muscles) separating it from the muscle itself and the implant is placed between the fascia and muscle. The implant is situated and then the pocket is sutured.

For Fat Grafting, fat is removed, cleansed and separated then re-injected or threaded into the desired areas. Please see our Buttock Augmentation page for more information.

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6. Does Buttock Augmentation look fake?

Augmentation with Buttock Implants resembles the appearance of a tone and worked out muscle. They may feel a little firm to the touch. But no firmer than when a person flexes his/her muscle. However if too large of an implant is used it can create a Barbie Twins or J LO look.

With fat grafting, severe over correction can cause a very large buttock result.

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7. What should I expect post-operatively?

You can expect to be pretty sore. You are not allowed to sleep on your back for several weeks and can sit with the help of a pillow at 1 week post-op. as long as you are not sitting on the implant -- which you shouldn't be with proper placement -- you must not damage the pocket. Pain medications should alleviate most of the pain or discomfort you may feel. You must be careful not to strain the muscles in that area or squat for a few weeks. Doing so could pop the sutures or disrupt the pocket holding the implant leading to additional surgery or possible infection. Your sutures on the exterior may be of the dissolving or non-dissolving type. Of they are non-dissolving they will be removed in approximately 10 days.

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8. Is there much pain associated with getting Buttock Augmentation?

Most patients attribute the pain associated with Buttock Augmentation is comparable with a hard workout with those muscle groups. The prescribed pain medication should alleviate the pain, although if you feel as if the pain you are experiencing is severe, do not hesitate to contact your surgeon or the staff member on call. You must realize that there is trauma to the surrounding tissues involved with Buttock Augmentation and a moderate amount of pain should be expected.

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9. What scars are involved with Buttock Augmentation?

For Buttock Implants the incisions are made in the natural crease underneath the Gluteal cheek or within the "crack" area; The scars should should flatten and fade with time although they may be red and raised for months. You could incorporate silicone sheeting after the incisions are removed to help fade the resulting scars if they are visible.

For Fat Grafting small scars will result where the fat was removed and the areas which were used to re-implant. Either way, scar do usually fade as time passes, maturing at about 1 year post-operatively.

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10. Is there a lot of swelling involved with Buttock Augmentation?

The swelling for Buttock Implants is minor although some individuals may have edema (fluid retention) in the tissues more than others. There is considerable trauma to the surrounding tissues and normal swelling and discoloration is normal. If you feel that your swelling is severe do not hesitate to call your surgeon or the staff member on call.

The swelling associated with fat grafting can be mild to moderate, depending. Edema will be present, as will bruising so prepare yourself before hand.

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11. When can I return to work?

You should at least wait a week to ten days to return to work. Sitting for long periods after having gotten Buttock Augmentation is not advised. As long as you are not doing any hard labor, most patients return after 10 days -- some 5 days.

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12. When will I be able to see the results?

The results are immediate although you must wait for the swelling to subside to fully appreciate the end result. Whomever said patience is a virtue never had a cosmetic surgery procedure.

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13. What are the risks of getting Buttock implants?

Although extremely rare, it is possible to bleed post-operatively resulting in another surgery to control and drain the collected blood. You could develop a post-operative infection and need to have the implant removed, the infection dealt with and still have to wait for several months before an additional surgery can be performed to re-implant. Loss of sensitivity is common, although temporary. Permanent sensation loss in general, can and may happen. There is also the possibility of developing a Seroma which is a mass caused by the accumulation of serum fluid within a tissue or organ. Or a Hematoma which is a localized mass of blood that is typically confined within an organ, tissue, space, or potential space and may be a result from a broken blood vessel . There is the possibility of shifting of the implant, leading to additional surgeries or pain. There is also the possibility of a negative reaction to the anesthetic.

* The risk of infection is higher when the incision is placed within the "crack" of the buttocks, for obvious reasons.

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14. What is Arnica montana, I have heard that it reduces swelling and bruising? Which is the best kind to take?

also known as: Mountain Tobacco, Mountain Arnica, Common Arnica, Leopard's Bane and Sneezewort
plant family: Asteraceae
type: Herbaceous perennial
parts used: Roots and flowers
description: Arnica montana or Leopard's Bane is a perennial herb, growing close to the ground. The leaves form a flat rosette, from the center of which rises a flower stalk, 1 to 2 feet high, bearing orange-yellow flowers. The rhizome is dark brown, cylindrical, usually curved, and bears brittle wiry rootlets on the under surface.
habitat: Indigenous to Central Europe, in woods and mountain pastures, although it has been found in England and Southern Scotland.
warning: This herb should NEVER be taken in raw form. This plant, like many medicinal plants if ingested, can cause intestinal bleeding, abdominal cramping and sickness. Homeopathy is the medicinal use of tinctures and suspensions using herbs and other plants and should never be consumed without proper preparation. Only respectable homeopathic remedies and tinctures should be consumed.

Other products or supplements that you may heard of or have been recommended may be Bromelain, Vitamin A, Vitamin K or Vitamin C - please discuss these with your surgeon if you are interested or have questions.

ALWAYS ASK YOUR SURGEON FIRST BEFORE TAKING ANY MEDICATION.

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15. How long do Buttock implants last?

Buttock Implants are supposed to last your lifetime, but sometimes infection rears its ugly head and your implants must be removed, your infection dealt with and then and only then can discussions be made about re-implantation. The implant itself should last your lifetime without degradation. Although, that can not be said for sure as the implant is not at least 80 years old. But, in theory and in tests involving silicone - the material will last a very long time for its indication.

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16. What about Bromelain? Does that help with swelling and bruising?

from the plant of the: Pineapple
also known as: Ananas, Nanas, Pina
plant family: Bromeliaceae
type: herbaceous perennial
parts used: mostly in the stems of pineapples, but some fruit is used as well.
description: 2 1/2 to 5 ft. high with a spread of 3 to 4 ft. The plant is like a thick stem with a rosette of wide, waxy leaves. These pointed green, red, and white/off white striped leaves are approximately 18 - 70 inches long and graced with a spiny needle-like tip. The plant produces a sweet to tangy and sometimes sour fruit that is yellow to white in color. The unpeeled fruit is brownish with a hard, spiky covering and a large green sprout from it crown. The fruit is shaped like a coffee can with rounded ends and is about 10-12 inches long usually when considered prime and may even weigh up to 10 lbs.
habitat: Indigenous to southern Brazil and Paraguay, the fruit is now grown all over in green houses and in the fields of Spain, Guatemala, Hawaii and more. The pineapple is a tropical plant and thrives in hot, humid places. Although it can survive cold snaps, it is not recommended for the more northern areas if intended to be grown outdoors.

Bromelain is an anti-inflammatory formula containing the proteolytic enzyme from the stems of pineapples. Proteolytic enzymes are capable of dissolving proteins. It is most often used after sports injuries, to relive edema and after surgical procedures to help with swelling.

Other products or supplements that you may heard of or have been recommended may be Arnica montana, Vitamin A, Vitamin K or Vitamin C -- please discuss these with your surgeon if you are interested or have questions.

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