Boston Clinic (UK) Ltd.
BUTTOCK IMPLANTS
The buttocks are an area of the body not easily enlarged or reshaped by weight training or diet. Individuals that wish to enlarge, lift and shape the buttock mounds, have a variety of different size and shape buttock implants from which to choose.
What does the surgery involve?
The
method of inserting and positioning your implant will depend
on your preferences, anatomy and your surgeon's recommendation.
Placed into each buttock area through a single incision overlying
the tailbone, buttock implants are positioned to look as natural
as possible for the optimal cosmetic effect.
Two to three inch incision is made between the buttocks in
the midline.
The buttock muscle (gluteus maximus) is lifted up and a pocket
is made just large enough for the implant. The implant is
inserted into its pocket. The opposite side is then completed.
Both sides are carefully examined in order to assure that
the results look natural and symetric. The incisions are then
close by using fine, dissolving sutures which will also be
taped for better support.
How long does the surgery take?
Buttock implant operations usually takes one and half hour to complete using a general anaesthetic and normally includes an overnight stay at the hospital. In certain circumstances it can be performed as a day case.
What will happen in the recovery period?
You will feel tired and sore for a few days and will have slight swelling and bruising which is only natural. Most of your discomfort will be subsided with prescription medication. Following the operation you will have a light dressing in place which will need to be kept dry for 2 weeks. After 2 weeks your dressing will be removed and the wound inspected and lightly cleaned. The scars will be firm and pink for at least six weeks and may remain the same size for several months and it is important to keep in mind that they may take up to 2 years to fade. You will have follow-up visits in the months after surgery to check on your progress.
What is the recovery time?
This will depend on the individual patient however most patients are able to go back to work after a week or two. It is advisable not to do anything for 7-10 days. The average recovery time is between 3-6 weeks.
How much will it cost?
From £4000.