Brazilian Buttock Augmentation

WHAT IS FAT TRANSFER TO BUTTOCKS?

Fat is harvested by liposuction. Liposuction is often used in conjunction with the buttock enhancement procedure to further contour and smoothen the transition from waist to the buttocks and the buttocks to the thighs. This harvested fat is then transferred to the gluteal region with special cannulas to give the buttocks volume and shape while at the same time decreasing the excess volume from the source location. The procedure is designed to fill the upper quadrant of your buttocks so that the buttock appears lifted and perky. The procedure tends to offer long lasting, even lifetime results.

WHAT IS INVOLVED IN THE OPERATION?

Fat transfer surgery is usually performed under a general anesthetic and takes 2-3 hours. The surgeon will first use liposuction to remove the fat cells from the donor site(s). After the cells have been successfully harvested they are then prepped for reinjection into the recipient site. This occurs by the surgeon using multiple injections into various depths to achieve your desired look.

ARE THERE ANY COMPLICATIONS?

There are general risks associated with a general anesthetic such as aspiration of stomach content into the lungs which can cause serious illness or death. Therefore, to help prevent this it is mandatory that you do not eat or drink anything (usually 8 hours) preceding your surgery. Other risks include DVTs, (clots in the veins of the legs) which can break off and travel to the lungs, this is known as an embolus and although very rare, can be life threatening; especially in smokers. You will be encouraged to get up and walk around as soon as possible to reduce these risks. Complications are possible with any medical procedure, but complications with fat transfer are infrequent. The most common, but infrequent, complications of fat transfer include uneven skin texture, asymmetry, infection, abscess, excessive bleeding or scarring. Following the doctor’s instructions before and after the procedure can reduce the risk of complications.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE OPERATION?

You will need someone to drive you home and stay with you the first 24 hours after surgery. You may experience some pain which should be alleviated by the pain medications. There is typically some swelling and bruising which should subside within a few days. You will be bandaged and in a compression garment which needs to be worn until your surgeon advises it can be removed.

WHEN CAN NORMAL ACTIVITIES BE RESUMED?

In order for the fat to keep it’s positioning it is recommended that you remain off of the buttocks for a minimum of 5 days. Most people can return to work in 2 weeks, provided you do only a minimum amount of sitting. After three weeks you may resume normal duration of sitting. You should resume all normal activities at 4 weeks.

DURATION OF RESULTS?

Some of the fat cells are absorbed by your body. Therefore, some of the fullness may subside. Some patients may need a second procedure. The results tend to be permanent but each individual is different.

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