Are you not satisfied with the shape of your buttocks? Perhaps with age or due to weight loss, do you feel that the skin is sagging? Or do you want to have a beautiful, full look because your buttocks are flat? It is for such needs that cosmetic medicine has introduced a type of surgery called "Butt Augmentation". This is also called "gluteal augmentation". Let's talk about this simply today.
Simply put, what is Butt Augmentation?
This involves making your buttocks look fuller, rounder, more sculpted, and more youthful. There are various methods for this. Sometimes, sagging skin is removed to give a firmer appearance. Other times, more volume is added to a flat buttock area to create a fuller appearance. Your plastic surgeon may use one or more of these methods together, depending on your body type and the results you want.
What are the main types of this surgery?
This surgery can generally be divided into three main types. Your doctor will decide which type is right for you.
| Type of surgery | What happens is simple. |
|---|---|
| Butt Implants | This involves inserting special implants made of silicone into or under the muscles of your buttocks. Similar to breast augmentation surgery, this can give you a permanently fuller appearance. |
| Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) | This method is very popular. It involves removing fat from your own body (for example, the stomach, hips, back) (this is called liposuction ), cleaning the fat, and injecting it into the buttocks area. This gives a natural look and feel. |
| Butt Lift | Rather than adding volume, this procedure focuses on removing loose, sagging skin, lifting the buttocks, and giving them a firmer, smoother appearance. It may be suitable for those who have lost a lot of weight. |
Who is suitable for this surgery?
It is extremely important to make sure you are physically and mentally fit for this surgery before undergoing it. Not everyone can undergo this surgery. Also, someone who is suitable for one type of surgery may not be suitable for another.
Generally, you are considered suitable for this surgery if you meet the following criteria:
- If you are in good health .
- If you are mentally prepared to deal with the recovery period after surgery.
- Unless you have a chronic medical condition , such as diabetes, that interferes with wound healing.
- If you don't smoke (or if you can stop a few weeks before the surgery).
- If you can have realistic expectations about the results you will get.
Who is not so suitable for this?
This is not suitable for those who are in poor health or who cannot quit smoking for several weeks before surgery. It also depends on your body shape and goals. For example, someone who is very thin may not have enough fat to lose elsewhere in their body to undergo BBL surgery. Also, a Butt Lift may not be successful for someone who has frequent weight fluctuations.
The most important thing is to discuss all of this openly with your doctor and clearly understand what method is best for you, what the results will be, and what the risks are.
How to prepare for surgery?
Your surgeon will give you a series of instructions on how to best prepare for surgery. They will usually tell you to do the following:
- Stop smoking completely at least six weeks before surgery. Smoking impairs blood circulation, which can delay wound healing.
- Stop taking medications that increase bleeding (e.g., aspirin, NSAIDs) and some herbal supplements.
What happens during the surgery?
For all three types of surgery, you will often be given general anesthesia. This means you will be asleep throughout the procedure without feeling any pain. You may also be given antibiotics to prevent infection.
The surgery can take two hours or more, depending on the type of surgery you are having.
What to expect after surgery?
The recovery period after surgery is a bit difficult and long. You need to be well prepared for it.
- You will not be allowed to bathe for 24-48 hours .
- You will not be able to sit directly on your buttocks or sleep on that side for a few weeks . You will be told to sleep on your stomach and use a special pillow when sitting.
- Small tubes (surgical drains) may be placed to remove fluid that accumulates inside the wound.
- You may be advised to wear a special compression garment to reduce swelling and tighten the skin.
Also, you will have to take several medications prescribed by the doctor.
- Antibiotics
- Pain medication
- Anticoagulants
- Stool softener
What are the benefits and risks of this?
Like any surgery, this one has both benefits and risks.
Benefits
- Butt Implants: Even those with low body fat can achieve a long-lasting, shapely appearance.
- BBL: Your own body removes unwanted fat, giving your buttocks a natural look and feel.
- Butt Lift: Permanently removes excess sagging skin that cannot be removed with exercise, giving a smoother, tighter appearance.
Risks and Complications
The best way to minimize these risks is to choose a highly experienced, qualified plastic surgeon . However, complications can occur with any surgery.
- Accumulation of fluid (seroma) or blood (hematoma) under the skin.
- Persistent pain.
- Fat necrosis (death of injected fat cells).
- Damaged seams.
- Permanent loss of sensation.
- Blood clots or fat clots that can be fatal travel to the heart or lungs.
- Permanent scarring.
- Severe infections.
- Not getting the expected look.
How long does it take to recover?
This has a very long recovery time. It can take anywhere from a few months to a year to fully heal. Typically,
- You will have to wait from a few weeks to about a month to go back to work.
- It takes even longer to start exercising or other strenuous activities.
Warning signs that require a visit to the doctor
If you experience any problems after surgery, you should inform your doctor immediately. If you experience the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately.
- Chest pain
- Excessive bleeding
- Very severe pain
- Fever
- Severe swelling
- Difficulty breathing (dyspnea)
Take-Home Message
- Butt augmentation is a cosmetic surgery that gives your buttocks a fuller, more youthful appearance. This can be done using implants, your own fat (BBL), or skin removal (Butt Lift).
- This is a major surgery , and it takes a long time to recover. And that time can be a bit uncomfortable.
- To minimize the risks of surgery, it is essential to choose a highly trained and experienced plastic surgeon .
- Carefully discuss all the factors (advantages, disadvantages, risks, expected results) with your doctor before surgery, and make a decision with realistic expectations .
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