Treatment options for Trochanteric depression/Hip Dip? (photos)

Question

I am an 18 year old female, and my biggest insecurity since I was 11 years old was my hip dip. It became significantly more pronounced as I grew older and at first, I thought losing weight would help but it didn't. I was looking into the possibility of getting fat injections and perhaps getting them paired with liposuction, but I would like a second opinion as well as a possible estimation of the cost. Thanks so much

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I suggest an expert in VASER 4D HI DEFINITION contouring procedure.  These physicians are highly trained in the art of sculpting and defining and using fat to reshape the body.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Curtis Perry, MD · Answer

Liposuction possibly combined with fat transfer possibly combined with a skin tightening technology should give you very good improvement to that areas contour. The exact procedure(s) that I would recommend could only be given after a thorough exam. My preferred technology for skin tightening is ThermiTight because it offers the most precise control.

Samir Shureih, MD · Answer

Hip dents can be treated with fat transfer. Fat can be obtained from the flanks.If there is not enough fat for transfer then a custom hip implant can be used.

Derby Sang Caputo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question or for your photos. Deposits and fat distribution in women can be very localized and in some cases responds to genetic patterns. This means that no matter that you submit to a rigorous diet you can stillhave those accumulations of fat. Your best option is the Liposuction where at the same time can correct and enhance your hips in areas that are irregular.

Jon A. Perlman, MD (retired) · Answer

Indentations in the trochanter region on the side of the backside are common and best respond to fat grafting.  I would avoid any implant but would consider injection of your own fat to decrease the concavity present.  This requires harvesting fat from another part of your body and the amount available will determine how much improvement you can expect.  Some patients respond to injection treatments spaced months apart to create a cumulative effect.  Meet with a board-certified plastic surgeon and good luck.
Jon A Perlman M.D., FACS
Diplomate, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic
Surgery (ASAPS)
Beverly Hills, California

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