Buttock Implant Surgery at WIH Hospital: Enhance Your Shape with Confidence

What Are Buttock Implants?

Buttock implants are medical devices, typically made of solid, soft silicone, that are surgically placed within the buttock tissues to increase their size, improve their shape. The goal is to create fuller, rounder, and more aesthetically pleasing buttocks that are in harmony with your overall body proportions. Implants are available in a wide range of sizes(volumes). The choice of size depends on your existing buttock dimensions, body frame, skin elasticity, and desired outcome.

Types of Buttock Implants & Advanced Surgical Techniques

     Silicone Buttock Implants

          The most commonly used buttock implants are made from high-quality, medical-grade solid silicone. These implants are designed to feel soft and natural, with the consistency of well-toned muscle. They are extremely durable and have a very low risk of rupture or leakage.

           Buttock implants come in various shapes to achieve different aesthetic outcomes:

  • Round Implants: These provide equal fullness to the entire buttock, resulting in a rounder, more prominent projection. They are a popular choice for many patients.
  • Oval or Anatomical Implants: These are shaped more like a teardrop, with more fullness in the lower portion of the buttock. They can provide a more natural-looking lift and contour for certain body types.

 

     Advanced Surgical Techniques

  • Intramuscular Implant Placement: This is often the preferred method at WIH Hospital. The implant is placed within a pocket created inside the gluteus maximus muscle. This technique offers several advantages.
  • Sub-fascial Implant Placement: In this technique, the implant is positioned beneath the fascia (the strong connective tissue layer overlying the gluteal muscles) but above the muscle itself. This may be an option for select patients.

Good Candidates for Buttock Implants

  • Desire to increase in buttock size, fullness, or projection.
  • Have underdeveloped, flat, or disproportionately small buttocks.
  • Seek to improve the shape or symmetry of the buttocks.
  • Have experienced loss of buttock volume due to aging or significant weight loss.

Your Journey Begins: Consultation and Preparation at WIH Hospital

      Personalized Consultation

          The initial consultation is a comprehensive discussion with our expert surgeon. The surgeon will review your complete medical history, including past surgeries, existing medical conditions, allergies, and current medications/supplements. A physical examination of your buttocks, skin quality, and overall body proportions will be performed. Measurements may be taken. The surgeon will explain the recommended implant type, size, placement technique, and incision locations.

       Anesthesia

            Buttock implant surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia, ensuring you are completely asleep and comfortable throughout the procedure.

Pre-Operative and Post-Operative Care

       Pre-operative Care

  • Follow all fasting guidelines strictly.
  • Shower with an antiseptic soap if recommended by your surgeon.
  • Wear loose, comfortable clothing that is easy to put on and take off without pulling over your head. Avoid tight waistbands.
  • Do not wear makeup, jewelry, contact lenses, or body piercings.

       Post-Operative Care

  • The surgeon will prescribe medication to keep you comfortable and to manage pain, swelling, and bruising.
  • Incisions will be covered with sterile dressings. Small surgical drains may be placed beneath the skin near the incisions to remove any excess blood or fluid that may accumulate.
  • A compression garment is crucial for minimizing swelling, providing support to the healing tissues and implants, and helping to contour the buttocks. It must be worn continuously as instructed by your surgeon.
  • For at least 2-3 weeks, you MUST AVOID SITTING OR LYING DIRECTLY ON YOUR BUTTOCKS. This prevents pressure on the implants and incision lines, which is vital for proper healing and to prevent implant displacement. You will need to sleep on your stomach or sides.

Recovery Journey After Buttock Implants

  • Weeks 1-2: Swelling and bruising will gradually begin to subside. Drains are typically removed. You will continue to wear the compression garment and strictly avoid sitting on your buttocks. You might start feeling more mobile for very light household activities.
  • Weeks 2-4: You may be able to return to a desk job if you can maintain proper off-loading positioning (e.g., special cushions)
  • Months 3-6: The final shape and buttocks will become more apparent as all residual swelling disappears and the tissues soften and settle around the implants.

Potential Risk for Buttock Implant Surgery

  • Bleeding (hematoma)
  • Fluid accumulation (seroma)
  • Infection
  • Poor wound healing
  • Blood clots (DVT/PE)

Benefits of Buttock Implant Surgery

  • Enhancing Your Physical Appearance: Achieve the fuller, rounder, and more prominent buttocks you desire.
  • Boosting Self-Confidence: Feeling more comfortable and confident in your appearance can positively impact your self-esteem, body image, and overall quality of life. Many patients report feeling more confident in clothing and swimwear.
  • Long-Lasting and Predictable Results: Buttock implants are designed for durability and provide a long-term augmentation solution. The volume achieved is consistent and predictable.

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