Buffalo hump removal costs? (Photo)

Question

The top of my spine has always stuck out, and now there's a thick pad of fat over it. What would it cost, approximately, to remove it surgically.

Semih Yildiz, MD, FEPOBRAS · Answer

The cost depends on what is actually creating the fullness. A soft fatty buffalo hump may be treated with liposuction, while a firm fibrous pad, loose skin, or a true bony/spinal prominence can require a different plan. Photos help show the contour, but they cannot confirm the tissue quality.
I generally would examine the area first and also consider weight changes, medications, posture, and medical causes of upper back fullness. Pricing varies by surgeon, location, anesthesia, and facility setting, so the most reliable estimate is an in-person quote after that exam.

Andrew Ray, DO · Answer

If this was the only surgery we do, it can be done with numbing agents and pain meds no need for anesthesia. That would keep cost down. Definitely under 5k, there would be minimal down time for recovery. Within a couple days usually ok to return to work

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear oandlomom,
the cost of surgery depends on a lot of factors (type of surgery, number of treated areas, anesthesia fee, surgeon, facility fee, city, etc.). It would be the best to visit or call plastic surgery offices and ask for a price.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

the cost will vary on location and if done under general anesthesia or as awake, done under local anesthesia with oral sedation. Please find a plastic surgeon in your area to discuss this.

Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos. I would need to examine you to best answer your question. This could represent fatty tissue or could be a lipoma (a non-cancerous fatty tumor), which could be addressed with liposuction. If it is a lipoma, I perform lipoma removal using a minimal-scar technique through a small incision. I recommend you speak with a fully-trained plastic surgeon who can examine you and discuss treatment options. Good luck!

Michael Ogilvie, MD · Answer

Buffalo hump reduction is a common request. Cost typically depends on the type of liposuction used and if combined with skin tightening modalities.Because fat in this area is typically firm and fibrous, I usually recommend the use of Vaser or ultrasound assisted liposuction, which can range from $2000-4000, depending on several factors.Speak with a boar-certified plastic surgeon to see what modality would be best for you.

Jeremy S. Hurren, BSc, MBBS, FRCS (Plast) · Answer

Buffalo humps can usually be removed with liposuction. Personally I use standard or power assisted liposuction. I do not use laser lipo, Vaser, ultrasonic, water jet or radiofrequency. Standard liposuction is usually very effective. The cost will vary with if you have it done under a local or general anaesthetic.I advise you to enquire of a suitably qualified and experienced plastic surgeon in your area what it would cost to have it treated with liposuction. From your picture I can not advise you on the amount of liposcution but typical amounts from a Buffalo hump would be of the order of 400 mls / cc. Clearly some people will have rather more others rather less removed.You will also need an in person clinical assessment to determine if this is the right treatment for you.Best wishes.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Based on in clothed photos lipo only for buffalo hump under local anesthesia in Miami from $3,000. If add light general anesthesia fee $4,000. Best to do a virtual consult with....

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

This area is usually very fibrous, but removed with standard liposuction techniques.  It requires one or two small incisions on the upper back and takes around one hour.  Usual costs vary from state to state and from physician to physician.  It may start as low as $4000.
Best wishes,
Dr. Taranow

Karol A. Gutowski, MD, FACS · Answer

This can be treated with awake liposuction with a fast recovery, Costs will vary but may be $4000 to $5000.

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