Would liposuction be a suitable procedure for male buttocks reduction?

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I'm 23 and male. I'm about 6' 0'' tall and I weigh around 175 lbs. Now I have always had, even when I was much skinnier (around 140 or so lbs in high school), large buttocks and extra weight in my thighs. I've always been extremely self conscious about this, and it makes it difficult to find the right pants. Combined with my short torso, my butt stands out very much. I was wondering if liposuction was the way to go. I would prefer for my butt to be more ideal for a male and more normally sized.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Liposuction of the buttock is fairly uncommon. When there is a substantial amount of fat liposuction regardless of the technique can make the skin look ptotic.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

If there is fat and this is causing the large size then yes buttock reduction can be done with liposuction but it needs to be meticulous, through small cannulas, and would be best using VASER to get skin tightening and reshaping of the area properly after surgery.  You want to maintain the male look of the buttock which is more square, has a depression on the lateral aspect, and is more projected medially (middle) as opposed to females which are more round, have hip projection without dimple and are larger laterally.  I suggest only going to an buttock specialist, I do a significant number of male buttock surgeries each week.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Kevin Tehrani, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. In general, this is certainly an option. I prefer using ultrasonic liposuction (VASER) in men as tissues are more fibrous. Need to have a consultation for precise recommendations.

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

Liposuction of the buttock region and the hips can be used to help you feel more proportionate and comfortable in clothing.  I would recommend visiting with a board certified plastic surgeon to help you deal with this concern.

Mathew A. Plant, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Without examining you it is difficult to know what would work best for you. If the size of your butt and thighs is due to fat then liposuction is probably a good option, if it is because you are muscular then liposuction won't help. The only way to know for sure is to book a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to see what your options are. Best of luck!

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