Buttock augmentation or gluteal reshaping can improve the appearance of the entire lower back and buttock region. This is accomplished by performing liposuction of the abdomen, flanks (love handles) and thighs, then transferring the fatty tissue deep into the buttock area to create a fuller appearing buttocks. This is sometimes referred to as a “Brazilian buttock lift”. Dr. Bruno performs this procedure in Beverly Hills on a variety of patient types. Not only will the buttock region appear larger, but the entire lower back and love handle area will be reshaped creating an overall aesthetically pleasing result. Fat transfer is favored over gluteal implants as it gives a much softer, natural result. This procedure can give a very powerful impact to your body’s overall shape and proportion. Fat transfer to the buttocks is a very safe way to enhance your entire lower body.
Buttock augmentation by way of fat transfer (Brazilian buttock lift) is usually performed under general anesthesia. The success of the surgical outcome has a lot to do with the technique used by Dr.Bruno. The fat must be harvested or collected in a manner which preserves the structure of the fat cells. Then the fat cells must be strained and prepared in a very gentle manner for re-injection. The injection of the fat cells must be done at the appropriate depth (into the muscle) and the correct distribution (upper and lower buttock). This is important to preserve as many fat cells as possible during the Brazilian buttock lift surgery.
The procedure is generally completed in two to three hours. Patients wear a compressive garment from their waist to their knees for about four weeks. It is important to avoid direct sitting on the buttocks for approximately two weeks as this can harm the delicate fat cells. Positioning after a Brazilian buttock lift therefore becomes very important-patients will sleep on their sides or their stomach during this period. Patients can sit but with the assistance of a special pillow or cushion placed under the back of their thighs. Most of the obvious swelling resolves in about two to four weeks. As with any type of fat transfer, some of the fat may shrink or atrophy, however by six months you will have a good idea of how much fat (volume) is retained. The Brazilian buttock lift really allows Dr.Bruno to re-sculpt the entire buttocks, waist, hips, lower back and abdominal area; while at the same time increasing the buttock size.
The treatment of this area varies from patient to patient and there are certain cultural preferences regarding buttock size and shape. Please come in and visit Dr. Bruno’s office in Beverly Hills for a free consultation to determine if you are a good candidate for this procedure. Some patients who are very thin may need to gain weight prior to surgery in order to become good candidates for the Brazilian buttock lift.
