Butt augmentation for a flat butt?

Question

I have hips, but my buttocks are flat. I've done squats, lifts and all types of exercises but nothing works. Now, I do have some belly fat...could I get lipsuction from my belly and use that for my buttocks to make it look more natural? Would butt augmentation be a better fit for me?

Johnny Franco, MD, FACS · Answer

Brazilian butt lift (fat transfer to the buttock) is the
best procedure to enhance your buttock because it enables your plastic surgeon
to transform your entire shape. 
Liposuction is performed over several areas depending on the individual
patient needs, but typically of the flanks, abdomen, back and thighs.  This is an amazing procedure because it
allows your surgeon to tailor your results to your individual needs and
desires!

The amount of fat needed depends on the shape and needs of
each individual patient, however in general at least 500cc per buttock need to
be placed to see a significant difference. On average patients typically
receive around 800cc per buttock side for a total of 1600cc of fat
transfer.  However just like a breast
augmentation the amount of fat needed various from patient to patients.  Also the sculpting done with the liposuction
is a big part of the procedure to improve the overall shape.

If a patient has a BMI less than 22 they typically will not have
enough fat for the Brazilian butt lift.  In
these patients buttock implants are a good option for our thin patients.

Some patients have both the fat transfer and implants as
this helps improve the overall shape and give them more augmentation than would
be possible with either procedure alone.

It is important that you discuss your buttock augmentation
options with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. To provide a valid medical opinion I will need to see pictures of you body from different angles. I would suggest to be treated by board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results.
Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

The best way to achieve a celebrity-like butt and hips is a Brazilian Butt Lift. A Brazilian Butt Lift is a procedure where excess fat is liposuctioned from different parts of the body and moved to the buttocks. This reshapes and adds volume to the butt while keeping a natural look. Final results are permanent and generally seen about 6 months after the procedure.

William Bruno, MD · Answer

In your particular case, it sounds like you may be a good candidate for a Brazilian buttock lift or fat transfer. This involves first performing liposuction fat from the unwanted areas, such as abdomen and lower back, then transferring or injecting the fat into the desirable areas, such as the buttocks. Not only does this create a fuller appearing buttock area, but it also decreased the size of the nearby areas such as lower back, sides, and abdomen. This creates an overall aesthetically appealing gluteal/lower back/hip area.
A board certified plastic surgeon experienced in this type of surgery will be able to evaluate you to determine if you are indeed a candidate for this procedure.
Best wishes,
Dr. Bruno

Steven H. Williams, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question.
You've hit on one of the newer trends in body contouring, fat transfer.  As a plastic surgeon it hits on concepts that we find very positive - move tissue from an area people don't want it into an area they do.
This technique has significant benefits over implants (reduced chance of infection, capsular contracture, implant extrusion, pain, etc.)  
In our San Francisco area practice we perform a careful analysis of the areas you wish fat to be removed from and make an assessment of how much volume it will take to meet your goal.
Be sure to find a board certified plastic surgeon to help you with your needs.
I hope this helps.

Butt augmentation for a flat butt?

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