Buttocks fat grafting is a procedure designed to augment or increase the size of, as well as to improve the shape of the buttocks by using fat from other areas of the body.
The buttocks is a very important part of human sensuality. It is represented throughout different cultures past and present in art and fashion. Just as there are different procedures to improve the shape and appearence of breasts, so too are there a range of prcedures designed to shape and improve the size, shape, and appearence of the buttocks.
The procedure available to improve the size of the buttocks include implants, autologous flap (more on this procedure in later posts), and fat grafting.
How is buttocks fat grafting done?
Buttocks fat grafting is performed by removing fat from one area(s) of the body and using that fat to increase the volume and improve the shape of the buttocks. The fat is obtained through liposuction in a special manner. Any of the area of the body is a potential source for fat, with the abdomen, hips, thighs, flank, and back being the most common sources. Through liposuction fat is removed and the area being liposuctions is contoured to the desired effect. The fat is prepared in the operating room and reinjected into the buttocks through tiny incisions that are less than a few millimeters long.
Does buttocks fat grafting last?
Yes. Fat grafting has been around for some time now and it has been clearly shown that fat grafting does last. There is some debate about how much of the graft "takes" and how much gets absorbed, however, the fat that does take stays forever. Most plastic surgeons agree that at least 50% of the fat graft usually takes. In my experience, the percentage of fat that takes is more like 75%. This fat then increases or decreases with weight gain and weight loss respectively just like the rest of your body....since it actually is your body.
What can I expect after surgery?
The recovery for buttocks fat grafting is similar to most liposuction procedures. You'll have garments on the areas where liposuction has been performed, there will be some soreness but nothing too remarkable, you can do most activities as long as they are not strenuous, heavy, or prolonged. With regards to sitting, if the patient is comfortable and able, I recommend resting some of the time on your stomach since this will help with the swelling, otherwise when sitting it is important to have plenty of padding and to relieve some pressure periodically. Brusing and swelling will be present as expected.
Summary
I believe buttocks fat grafting is a wondeful procedure for patients that do not have enough volume in their buttocks. It works well, lasts the rest of your life if you mantain your weight and health status, and most importantly it feels real because it is real.
All the best,
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