I have a banana roll on only one side of my buttocks. What can I do?

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I was going to get liposuction but thought that side will be to small? Will I have to get a butt lift or butt implants?

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi andre99,

Thank you for your question about addressing a banana roll on only one side of your buttocks. It's indeed a unique situation and requires careful evaluation.

Without seeing your pictures, it's quite challenging to provide a specific recommendation. The approach to correct a banana roll depends on whether it's predominantly a skin issue or a fat issue. If it's a mix of both, liposuction alone might exacerbate the problem by making the skin more flabby and the banana roll more pronounced.

A targeted buttock lift on the affected side could potentially offer a solution for achieving symmetry. This would involve removing excess skin and possibly fat, to contour the area more in line with the other side. However, without photos, it's hard to ascertain the extent of the issue and the best course of action.

I recommend resubmitting your question with photos for a more accurate assessment. In the meantime, a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon can provide you with personalized options based on your specific anatomy and goals.

Sincerely,

Dr. J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FASMBS, FICS
Plastic and Aesthetic Surgeon

Ryan A. Stanton, MD · Answer

Some photos would be extremely helpful in providing any input. That being said, be very careful if anyone recommends liposuction as this usually makes the situation worse and creates more rolls and/or a sagging lower buttocks cheek. Photos and a virtual consultation or, better ye, an in person physical exam would be your next best step before providing any realistic treatment options. Glad to be of help.

Phillip Chang, MD · Answer

Hi andre99

Patients may opt for a Brazilian butt lift to restore volume that is lost to age and weight changes or simply to enhance the appearance of the area.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. It is hard to tell without proper photos and a physical examination. I recommend you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Dear Andre99, thank you for your question, before anything it would be good to see some pictures in order to evaluate your case. Make sure you go on consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Hope this helps and best of lucks. Dr. Luis Mejia.

Patricia Berbari, MD · Answer

You should decide what you really want in order to avoid disappointment. Is the issue the banana roll or the butt size/shape? Pictures could have helped to answer your question. Why don't you try a non invasive solution for the banana roll like Sculpsure or Coolsculpting? It will be a minor procedure that doesn't cost much. Then if you realize that it s the volume you re looking for you can go for a BBL

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Without seeing pictures we can’t make an assessment. I highly recommend avoiding liposuction of the banana roll.

That part of the body  is rarely a problem of too much fat but instead it’s related to how the skin contours the body in a standing position.

If you consult plastic surgeons who recommend lipisuction make sure you ask for lots of examples of before and after pictures before letting them permanently and irreversibly changing your body.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

I have a banana roll on only one side of my buttocks. What can I do?

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