Thinking Of Getting Butt Enhancement? Read This First!!

It’s no news that ladies who aren’t comfortable in their bodies have regained confidence through plastic surgery. With the latest hourglass body trend, many women dream of tinier waits and ginormous booties, with a special obsession with fat transfers. This process also known as a ‘butt-lift’ ranges from breast lifts to liposuction of the arms, abdomen, hips, thighs and back which is then processed and re-implanted into the buttocks.

A lot of Nigerian celebrities are so taken by this procedure and looming enhanced ‘sexiness’, it’s almost becoming a trend. Owing to the great Nigerian plastic surgeons that are now surfacing on the internet, as well as the fact that they are safe and affordable (comparatively), people are jumping in on the opportunity.

Although this seems like a pretty easy & appealing ordeal, let’s not jump in just yet till you get all the facts.

According to Wikipedia; the resolution of the defects and deformities (or the enhancement) of the muscles of the gluteal region (the buttocks and the thighs) of the human body cannot be realized with medical therapy, i.e, a treatment with cellulite creams or drugs is ineffective for correcting or enhancing the corresponding physical faults of the patient. If you have always wanted that Kim Kardashian or Bernice Burgos’ beautiful backside then it is safe to say that butt creams, syrups and capsules are definitely not the best bet. A lot of these butt creams are misleading and are not the best ways to get that lasting treatment, infact, they pose a notable treat to your skin and health. It is advisable (if you can afford it) to go under the knife, now this will not only give you that lasting body figure you’ve always wanted but it is also a safer alternative to creams, if done right and by the right doc! of course there are risks involved, now, if you are thinking of altering that already perfect body God gave you, then keep scrolling.

We start from the bottom…lol.

What is a ‘butt lift’ or buttock augmentation?

There are several types of procedures, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, a buttock augmentation changes the size and shape of the patient’s buttock by transferring and injecting fat, or by surgically placing silicon implants into the butt.
The “Brazilian butt lift” was first pioneered by Ivo Pitanguy, a world-renowned Brazilian plastic surgeon— According to BBC news. It specifically involves fat grafting or injection, the liposuction is done to remove fat from the unwanted regions which is then processed and reimplanted into the buttocks. It was so nicely done first by Ivo in Brazil that everyone wanted that look, but now in the age of Kim Kardashian and Nicki Minaj everyone wants it bigger! According to Dr Pacificio spokesperson for the British Association for Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery says media coverage of the generous behinds of celebrities like Blacchyna or Nicki Minaj has contributed to the procedure’s rise in popularity, as admirers seek to emulate such figures by artificial means.

There are centers in Lagos where they do these surgeries, the most which is Grandvillemedlaser in VGC, who became popular by offering free butt lifts to fairly popular Instagram celebrities who in turn displayed the final work. With thousands admiring their luscious new backsides, a testament to the expert work of the doctors, the calls to the surgeon couldn’t come any quicker.

Is it safe?

Dr pacificio says butt lifts using fat-grafting, where fat taken from other areas of the body and is injected into the buttocks, are generally safe. The worst case of fat transfer is “fat necrosis” where the re-injected fat dies and can be lumpy and infected.
Butt lifts with implants can cause more problems though, as there’s a greater risk of the implant flipping or moving which can put pressure on nerves which run into the legs and thighs. The most dangerous procedures associated with butt lifts is the injection of silicone ( silicone shots). This practice was outlawed in most countries as the procedure can cause severe infection or blockage to the lungs, which may lead to death. A report by mail online showed that at least 15 women died from butt implants between 2011 and 2015. A consultant endocrinologist, stressed that the risk includes; the risk of the surgery itself, the risk of the anaesthesia, haemorrhage (bleeding) during surgery, allergies, infections( some people react to implants), rupturing of the implant causing necrosis.

What is the cost?

The cost of plastic surgery ranges with different countries. As for Nigeria; Grandvillemedlaser ranges between 800k-1M (I think it’s negotiable), Dr Ghavami in Beverly Hills, one time said it ranged between $2500-$5000 (I might be wrong). Basically the prices would range with doctors also, Dr Femi Paul, Grandvillemedlaser and Kleinburgmedspa are the most popular on instagram in Nigeria, you could always call in to make inquiries.

How long is the recovery process after surgery?

If you have injected fat into your buttocks, the patients are advised not to sit down for up to six weeks. The fat must survive in its new home. When you sit, you put pressure on your buttocks which reduces the blood flow to the area, without a constant blood supply, the new fat might not survive.  Patients must sleep on their stomach or side while recovering, for those who can’t sleep on their stomachs, inflatables with cleverly placed holes are available so patients can sleep without putting pressure on their bottoms.

Maintenance

According to world renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Singer, Leading a reasonable, healthy lifestyle, moderate exercise and avoiding big shifts in weight all help maintain the result. If your weight changes, so will the size and projection of your buttocks. If you lose weight, the fat cells that have grafted successfully will shrink. Conversely, if you gain weight, the fat will enlarge. Maintaining a steady diet and active lifestyle can help you avoid dramatic weight fluctuations and preserve your results.

It is also important to note that, many of the Brazilian Butt Lift photos you see on social media or advertisements are taken immediately after surgery. The problem with this is that the results appear more significant due to swelling and fat that has not yet been metabolized. Other factors (including lighting, the positioning of the patient, and the type of undergarments worn) can also affect what the results truly look like, so do not be deceived that yours would turn out the exact same way.