BUTTOCK IMPLANTS
Conveniently located to serve the areas of Saginaw, Midland, Bay City and all of the mid-Michigan area.
Buttock implants are specifically crafted to enhance the gluteal muscles, aiding in achieving desired body contours and proportions. Dr. William Pittas, a double board-certified plastic surgeon and expert in body sculpting, offers various buttock augmentation treatments at his practice in Saginaw, including the option of buttock implants.
WHAT ARE BUTTOCK IMPLANTS?
Buttock implants are a form of muscle implant that can enhance, reshape, and increase the size of the buttocks. Made from a specialized soft, solid silicone material, buttock implants offer long-lasting, natural-looking enhancement. For patients seeking buttock implants, Dr. William Pittas delivers top-notch buttock augmentation in Michigan. They work closely with each patient to select the most suitable implant shape and size.
Butt implants come in round and oval shapes, as well as various sizes. Dr. Pittas can even customize implants for patients with specific treatment objectives. The maximum size and projection achievable with butt implants will be influenced by your gluteal muscle structure. Dr. Pittas will assess your muscle density and measurements to determine a safe and aesthetically pleasing implant size for your body.
AM I A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR BUTTOCK IMPLANTS?
To determine if buttock implants are suitable for you, it is recommended to arrange a consultation with a body sculpting expert such as Dr. Pittas. Following an evaluation of your cosmetic concerns and a discussion about your medical background and aesthetic goals, Dr. Pittas can develop a personalized treatment plan for your buttock augmentation.
You may be an ideal candidate for buttock implants if:
- You seek a significant increase in buttock size.
- You wish to address buttock asymmetry.
- You have a specific buttock shape or contour in mind.
- Exercise has not achieved your desired buttock shape.
- You have experienced age-related volume loss in the buttocks.
- You do not have any medical conditions that may impede healing.
- You have realistic expectations for the procedure.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING BUTTOCK IMPLANT SURGERY
The buttock implant surgery typically lasts around two hours and includes the following steps:
ANESTHESIA
You will be given either general anesthesia or intravenous sedation to ensure your comfort during the surgery. Dr. Pittas will discuss both options with you beforehand and assist in selecting the most suitable method for your needs.
INCISION(S)
The next stage involves making the necessary incisions. Depending on your anatomy and desired outcome, the plastic surgeon will choose from various incision locations. This may include an incision in the buttock crease, on each lower buttock where the cheeks meet the thighs, or at the top of each upper buttock.
PLACING THE IMPLANT
Following the incisions, Dr. Pittas will insert the buttock implants. These implants can be positioned within the muscle or on top of the muscle, based on what is optimal for you. Intramuscular placement is more common as it often produces longer-lasting, more predictable, and more natural-looking results.
INCISION CLOSURE
Dr. Pittas will use layers of sutures within the buttock tissue to close the incisions, and will then secure the skin with surgical tape or additional sutures.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING BUTT IMPLANT RECOVERY
While most patients are able to return home on the same day as buttock implant surgery, it is essential to arrange for someone to assist with transportation after the procedure due to the effects of anesthesia and post-operative limitations on physical activities. Driving yourself will not be possible.
Following the surgery, strict adherence to all post-operative instructions is crucial to prevent complications and promote proper healing. Recovery from buttock implant surgery typically involves one to two weeks of downtime and time off work, potentially extending to three to four weeks for individuals with physically demanding jobs.
The initial two weeks of recovery are the most challenging, as sitting on the buttocks is prohibited to protect the incision sites and ensure the implants remain in their optimal positions. Common experiences during this period include tenderness, swelling, and tightness, for which prescription medication may be provided to manage discomfort.
After the initial recovery phase, Dr. Pittas will evaluate your progress and offer personalized advice on gradually resuming normal activities. While the recovery timeline varies for each individual, most patients can expect to return to their regular routine, including exercise, within approximately six weeks.
BUTTOCK IMPLANT RESULTS
The immediate enhancement of your buttocks will be visible following the implant surgery. However, the final results may take three to six months to fully manifest as the area heals completely.
Buttock implants offer lasting gluteal augmentation benefits. While the natural aging process can impact buttock contours over time, Dr. Pittas will recommend non-invasive and minimally invasive treatments to help maintain firm and lifted buttocks in the long term.
BUTTOCK IMPLANTS
THE DR. PITTAS DIFFERENCE
Dr. Pittas, an expert in body contouring, frequently merges treatments to help patients reach their individual aesthetic objectives. Depending on factors such as anatomy, skin quality, and desired contours, he may suggest pairing buttock implant surgery with:
LIPOSUCTION
Should you have surplus fat in the buttocks leading to an undesirable shape, Dr. Pittas can conduct liposuction to permanently eliminate the unwanted fat. The removal of excess fat can improve the outcomes of your buttock implant procedure by producing a firmer, rounder, and more toned appearance.
SKIN TIGHTENING TREATMENTS
Dr. Pittas offers non-invasive and minimally invasive skin tightening procedures that target mild to moderate skin laxity in the buttocks. Utilizing technologies such as InMode Morpheus8, this treatment employs internal heating to tighten the skin while promoting long-term collagen production.
SURGICAL BUTT LIFT
Patients experiencing significant sagging or drooping in the buttock region may opt for a butt lift procedure performed by Dr. Pittas. Through a surgical butt lift, excess skin can be eliminated, and buttock tissue can be repositioned to create rejuvenated, lifted contours.