| buttock
implant overview |
| introduction
to buttock implants |
buttock
implants can add volume and fullness to underdeveloped
areas; for men or women |
| often combined
with... |
hip
liposuction, thigh
liposuction, breast
implants |
| incision
placement & buttock implant surgery details |
depends
on location of implant, but incision usually limited to
1 inch or less |
| anesthesia |
general,
or local with IV sedation |
| surgical
facility |
usually outpatient
surgery center |
| length
of surgery |
1
to 2 hours per area |
| discomfort
|
moderate |
| what to expect
after buttock implant surgery |
discomfort,
tightness, swelling, activity restrictions; back to work
in 1 to 2 weeks |
| risks
of buttock implant surgery |
infection,
blood or fluid collection, implant shifting, asymmetry |
| variations
and techniques |
usually
a semi-solid silicone implant is used; fat transfer is
also an option |
| cost
(surgeon's fee) |
$2000
to $5000 (implant may be additional) |
| duration
of results |
implants
are permanent; fat transfer may need to be repeated periodically |
| insurance
for buttock implants |
buttock
implants are considered cosmetic surgery; insurance does
not apply |
