How I made my butt and what came of it: the real story of the heroine

is an operation to improve the aesthetic proportions of the buttocks (enlargement, reduction, lifting, correction of shape and asymmetry). Round and toned buttocks have always been part of the standard ideas of beauty. Who doesn't want to wear stylish lingerie and tight clothing that exudes sexiness and attractiveness? You can achieve appetizing shapes after long and grueling workouts in the gym, a sports diet and daily work on yourself. But often even all the efforts made are not enough to achieve the desired result. In this case, there is reason to think about a surgical solution to the problem.

Surgery on the buttocks is often performed by patients who are dissatisfied with the proportions and shape of this part of the body due to:

• age-related changes (drooping gluteal fold, soft tissue ptosis);
• hereditary characteristics (too thin or lush buttocks);
• sudden weight loss;
• asymmetry of the buttocks;
• other congenital or acquired deformities.

GLUTEOPLASTY AT THE PIROGOV CLINIC IS AN OPERATION IN THE BEST PLASTIC SURGERY CLINIC IN ST. PETERSBURG.

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Endoprosthetics (buttock augmentation with implants)

Buttock augmentation with implants allows not only to compensate for the deficiency of one’s own soft tissues, but also to recreate the desired, aesthetically attractive shape. Silicone implants for buttock augmentation vary in volume. Compared to breast augmentation prostheses, their shell is denser. The implants hold their shape perfectly and are biocompatible. At a consultation with a plastic surgeon, based on the anatomical features and wishes of the patient, the optimal model is selected and an operation plan is outlined. The implants are installed through an incision in the natural fold of skin between the buttocks under the sacrum. Within a few months they take root and the scar becomes invisible.

Important rules for rehabilitation after gluteoplasty

Discomfort, restrictions in movement, pain - consequences that need to be “waited out”, “endured”. They are almost inevitable, but each person’s pain threshold may differ, as can the body’s reaction to intervention and changes in general.

Basic rules of rehabilitation after gluteoplasty:

• for the first three days you cannot shower;
• for three months you cannot visit the pool, sauna, solarium, or take a bath, especially with hot water;
• shorts or breeches will be needed in the first two months - they are worn constantly, every day (this is necessary to fix the buttocks);
• sports will be available at least a month and a half after correction of the buttocks (the main indicator is the presence or absence of swelling, which should not be present to start training);
• It is highly not recommended to drink alcohol; it is better to quit smoking for the entire period of rehabilitation after gluteoplasty;
• Proper nutrition helps to avoid sudden weight gain, which is especially important during the rehabilitation period.

An important rule of gluteoplasty rehabilitation is proper sleep. For the first time after the procedure, your buttocks will hurt. Sleep can be especially difficult – you won’t be able to (and shouldn’t) lie on your back for a week. Rollers and comfortable pillows will help to cope with this limitation.

After buttock surgery without implants, you need to take painkillers for some time. They are prescribed by a surgeon. Problem areas that are subject to swelling should be lubricated with a product that is also prescribed by the doctor. Injections are only given in the shoulders or buttocks, not in the thighs.

Lipofilling of the buttocks

A method of buttock augmentation and shape correction using a transplant of one’s own fat tissue transplanted from other areas (abdomen, thighs). Thus, an additional advantage of the technique is the ability to correct other figure flaws. if they are. Lipofilling of the buttocks allows not only to give the figure the desired fullness and roundness, but also to eliminate the asymmetry of the buttocks and improve the quality of the skin at the cellular level. When transplanted, your own fat cells take root safely and do not cause allergies. Buttock augmentation with lipofilling does not leave noticeable surgical scars on the body. The collection and injection of fat cells is carried out using a special cannula (diameter - 4-5 mm).

Non-surgical techniques

Fortunately, buttock augmentation surgery is not the only effective way to quickly achieve the desired result. There are others, much less radical. But each of them has its own disadvantages, sometimes quite serious.

1. "Magic pills" Lately, the Internet has been literally flooded with their advertisements. Moreover, most manufacturers convince that their preparations are exclusively plant-based and do not cause any harm to the body. Alas, in fact, at best, they are harmless. And more often they are stuffed with things that can cause serious side effects: dizziness, diarrhea, increased blood pressure, etc.
2. Hormonal drugs. They are often used for breast enlargement and some actually give good results. But it doesn't work that way on the buttocks. When hormonal levels change, metabolism can slow down sharply. This will be followed by “rounding” not only of the hips and buttocks, but also of the rest of the body. And if at first this pleases, it soon begins to worry. And for good reason - stopping such a process is not at all easy. And it’s no exception that you will now have to struggle with excess weight for the rest of your life.
3. Shapewear. This is truly the most reliable and safest solution to the problem. It can be different - with push-up zones, foam rubber and silicone pads, or slots for rounding the buttocks. High-quality underwear, even if worn constantly, will not do any harm. And the shape and size are easy to choose from the huge range available on the market. Just what to do when you have to remove it...
4. Cosmetic procedures. The most effective is considered to be microcurrent massage, which forces muscles to contract forcibly. Essentially, this is a mini-training for the lazy, taking place in a lying position with electrodes connected to the buttocks. Positive changes are noticeable after 10 sessions, and after a course of 15-20 procedures, the butt really becomes rounded and becomes more elastic. But if you don’t maintain it in this condition, in another month the result will disappear.
5. Thread reinforcement. Today it is very popular and can be used to create an additional supporting frame on almost any part of the body, including the buttocks. The essence of the procedure is the subcutaneous installation of synthetic threads made of self-absorbable material. They are inserted along pre-applied markings through thin hollow tubes - cannulas. The correction takes no more than an hour and is performed under local anesthesia. The result lasts from 3 to 5 years. But it is more likely expressed in tightening a sagging butt and improving its shape rather than its size.
6. Lipofilling. In simple terms - transplanting your own fat from those areas where there is a lot of it to the buttocks. The advantage of the procedure is that at the same time you can correct the shape of the abdomen or hips. In addition, part of the transplanted tissue takes root and the effect lasts for several years. But the butt will still not become elastic - for this you need muscles, not fat, which only creates volume.
7. Hyaluronic acid. Also often used to create additional volume on the buttocks. Gels based on it are denser than fat and are practically not felt when touched. But large amounts of hyaluronic acid cannot be injected. Therefore, this type of correction is more suitable for eliminating small depressions or slight asymmetry. It allows you to make the shape more rounded and closer to ideal, but not greatly increase the size.

Remember that, although quite rare, intolerance to hyaluronic acid does occur. Therefore, before using it for the first time, it is better to do an allergy test.

Buttock reduction

Getting rid of “fat traps” in the thighs is not always possible with the help of diets and exercise. An important role is played by a genetic predisposition to the accumulation of fatty deposits on the thighs. To reduce the volume of the buttocks and improve the proportions of the figure, liposuction is used. This operation is minimally traumatic, does not leave noticeable scars and allows you to get rid of excess fat deposits in a short time. Plastic surgeons at the Pirogov Clinic are fluent in the latest liposuction methods. For example, high-precision vibration liposuction allows you to effectively work with cellulite and eliminates the formation of unevenness and bumps on the skin.

Homework

If you are not ready to undergo beauty injections or have silicone implanted in your buttocks, but still want to have hips like Kim Kardashian’s, you will have to work hard. Moreover, in order for muscles, and not fat, to appear in the right places, you must follow these rules:

• Run or walk more. But you need to increase the load gradually. In addition, regular running pumps up more shins and thighs. To form a beautiful butt, you need to pay attention not to the speed and length of the distance. When running, try to raise your knees higher and keep a steady pace. Alternating ascents and descents is also useful. And after a walk or jog, be sure to do a little stretching to relieve tension and prevent soreness.
• Daily exercise. But without fanaticism. A simple complex that takes 15-20 minutes is enough. The most effective are correctly performed squats (possibly with light weights), lunges forward and to the sides, swinging legs backwards, gluteal bridge, walking with your feet on a wall, birch tree. You need to start the complex with a warm-up - light running or jumping in place. Finish with relaxation and stretching exercises.
• Adjust your diet. On the buttocks you need to increase the volume of muscle tissue, it is this that makes the shape beautiful and the body elastic. And for this you need to eat a sufficient amount of protein and a limited amount of fast carbohydrates. You will have to exclude white bread, sweets and alcohol from your diet. And add 2-3 varieties of dietary meat, fish and dairy products to it.
• Get a good night's sleep. Yes, healthy sleep is no less important for a slim figure and firm butt than proper nutrition. Recovery and active muscle growth occur during sleep. Therefore, you need to spend at least 7-8 hours on it. Moreover, it is advisable to go to bed no later than 23.00.
• Relax actively. Try to give preference to active types of recreation. And this is when you have to move a lot. Any ball games, badminton, cycling, rollerblading, swimming - anything that loads the legs and buttocks and at the same time helps burn fat and build muscle is suitable.

If you follow all these recommendations, the first results will become noticeable within a month. And in six months, even those who have corrected themselves with fillers will begin to envy your shape. Their effect is temporary, and your buttocks will only get better with each subsequent month.

Recovery after buttock surgery

Severe pain after buttock replacement surgery can persist for 3-4 weeks. During this period, plastic surgeons recommend wearing compression garments and avoiding strong pressure on the buttock area. You can return to sports and an active lifestyle 1.5 - 2 months after surgery.

Recovery after liposuction and lipofilling of the buttocks is faster - after 2 weeks the early recovery period ends. It is important to follow the individual recommendations of the plastic surgeon.

Indications and contraindications

The most common reasons for cosmetic surgery using implants are:

• the patient’s dissatisfaction with his figure and his desire to increase the size of the gluteal zones or change their shape for the purpose of aesthetic correction;
• congenital anatomical or acquired, usually as a result of injuries or diseases accompanied by muscular dystrophy, features of the anatomical structure (asymmetry);
• rapid loss of body weight, which results in persistent sagging of the soft tissues of the gluteal region;
• age-related changes in the structure of the soft tissues of the gluteal region, leading to their ptosis.

Contraindications to installing implants in the buttocks:

• autoimmune diseases and pathological processes in the body of a systemic nature;
• blood diseases;
• inflammatory process and infectious diseases in the form of exacerbation;
• pregnancy and breastfeeding;
• metabolic diseases;
• diseases of the endocrine system;
• allergic reactions to any of the components of the drugs used during the procedure.

Advantages of gluteoplasty at the Pirogov Clinic

• The Pirogov Clinic was recognized as the best plastic surgery clinic
  according to the national rating of private clinics in St. Petersburg by the medical portal “Doctor Peter” and the city portal “Fontanka.ru” in 2022;
• qualified plastic surgeons with extensive experience in aesthetic surgeries;
• positive reviews about gluteoplasty from patients - the results of gluteoplasty BEFORE and AFTER can be seen below or in the profiles of our doctors;
• the opportunity to undergo all preoperative examinations in the clinic within one day;
• own laboratory: test results - quickly and with a guarantee of reliability;
• equipping operating rooms with the most advanced medical equipment from leading Western companies;
• reasonable prices for gluteoplasty;
• free initial consultations with plastic surgeons;
• attentive and responsible medical staff: a team of anesthesiologists, resuscitators, assistants and nurses coordinately and quickly resolves any issues around the clock;
• online consultations with plastic surgeons;
• use of the latest generation of anesthesia that does not cause any discomfort after the intervention;
• modern comfortable hospital: you feel like you are in a European hotel room;
• quick return to normal life: as a rule, patients are discharged the very next day after the intervention;
• the ability to perform several operations simultaneously, which means you get the best result in one intervention;
• interest-free installment payment for plastic surgery, favorable lending conditions;
• organizational assistance from a supervisor for patients from other cities at all stages.

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§2. Butt implants are an effective way to get a beautiful body

What are buttock implants and why are they needed? Since ancient times, beautiful, voluminous hips and elastic buttocks have been considered a sign of sexuality and beauty.

However, this is not given to every person. Under the influence of natural age-related changes, previous injuries, and childbirth, the external condition of the buttocks can noticeably deteriorate.

Unfortunately, in some cases, fitness classes are ineffective, so women begin to think about buttock augmentation through surgery. This operation is called gluteoplasty.

Not only women, but also men who want to make their body more attractive and sexy resort to such intervention. And photos of people with buttock implants after surgery show amazing results.

4 main types of gluteoplasty

There are several types of such operations:

• implantation of special implants;
• trimming of excess fat tissue;
• change in shape;
• lifting with special threads.

Each type of operation has its own advantages and disadvantages, as well as a number of individual features. You can read more detailed information about buttock implants, “before” and “after” photos, and prices for surgery below.

Features of buttock augmentation with implants

Augmentation with implants is called endoprosthetics or gluteoplasty. The essence of the operation is that a small depression (the so-called pocket) is first made between the muscles in the patient’s sacral area.

This cavity serves as a place to place an implant (silicone or filled with saline).

There are 3 types of implant placement:

• under the fascia above the gluteus maximus muscle;
• between muscle fibers;
• under the muscle.

The surgeon will help you select the staging option. Under no circumstances should it be implanted directly under the skin, otherwise the transition boundaries will be noticeable, and the implant itself may shift and become deformed due to unreliable fixation.

There are two main types of artificial implants:

• anatomical, which have a natural teardrop shape;
• round.

In addition, buttock implants can be smooth or porous, and have different sizes and shapes. It is believed that smooth material is more durable, hygienic and does not tend to deform over time.

Silicone implants are more durable, and their structure is similar to the natural structure of human muscles.

There is no need to worry that buttock implants may not withstand physical activity or become deformed over time. The material for these products is extremely durable. It can easily withstand the effects of natural physical activity, sports, etc.

The structure of the implants is as follows:

1. A strong, dense shell, hollow inside.
2. Filler (medical silicone or saline solution).

All butt implants come with a lifetime warranty and unlimited use.

The size, shape, and location in the soft tissues of the buttocks are selected strictly on an individual basis.

The process of selecting equipment, the future shape of the buttocks and materials occurs in personal agreement with the plastic surgeon, but based on the client’s personal recommendations and wishes.

The key factor in this is the anatomical features of the buttock structure and the state of human health. The operation is performed under general anesthesia to minimize pain and psychological discomfort for the patient.

You should not order implants that are too large if you have a lack of fat in your buttocks. This can lead to the boundaries of the transition being noticeable, and the body will look disproportionate and not aesthetically pleasing.

After the operation and rehabilitation period, the sutures are tightened quite quickly. However, it is not necessary to see a doctor to remove stitches.

The period of complete rehabilitation is quite long and averages 5–6 months. There are other ways to enlarge the buttocks. They are presented below.

Lipofilling (with your own fat)

In some cases, surgeons may use fat tissue removed from the patient himself. An important condition for this is the presence of fat accumulations on the body sufficient to give the desired shape and size.

This substance is extracted extremely delicately, so that a minimum number of cells are damaged.

Donor material is collected under completely sterile conditions, so the patient has nothing to worry about. In this case, fat cells are transplanted directly under the skin or fascia.

This type of buttock augmentation is called lipofilling. If all manipulations were carried out according to the rules, and the patient himself observed the restrictions during rehabilitation and followed all recommendations, then the possibility of resorption of adipose tissue is minimal.

Sometimes the plastic surgeon may additionally treat the donor tissue with plasma synthesized from the client's own blood.

The rehabilitation period for lipofilling lasts less, since the patient’s biological tissues take root better and faster.

An important condition is to wear special compression garments for approximately 30 days from the date of the operation. During this time, the fabrics will take on their final shape.

Using mesothreads

An alternative way to correct the shape and size of the buttocks is to enlarge them using special bio-threads. This special material is placed in a fan pattern under the gluteal muscle. This method allows you to significantly tighten the soft tissues and improve the shape of the buttocks.

There is no need to worry that bio-threads (meso-threads) may break or move - small hooks are used to securely fix them.

Thanks to this, the muscles and thighs are compressed, and the buttocks become more rounded and toned. At the same time, the rehabilitation period is the shortest of all the proposed types.

This method of tightening has a short-term effect - up to 2 years.

Trimming of adipose tissue

In some cases, fatty tissue can be removed from the hip area (the so-called ears). This helps to add elasticity and fullness to the buttocks, making them more voluminous.

This method is considered the most natural and simplest method of gluteoplasty. The patient’s buttocks become voluminous and elastic, acquiring the lost relief.

Brazilian butt augmentation

This correction method involves giving the buttocks a seductive and attractive shape. It is also called the “Brazilian butt effect.”

For such an operation, you can use any of the above methods. A qualified surgeon will select the technique that is best suited for each specific situation.

This method is most often used by young girls and women who want to give their buttocks a seductive and curvy shape.

Indications for gluteoplasty

How to determine that you need the help of a plastic surgeon to enlarge your buttocks and give them a seductive shape?

Below are a number of indications for the use of gluteoplasty.

INDICATIONS

• too small and inexpressive (or too large and disproportionate) buttocks;
• sagging soft tissues, loss of elasticity;
• the presence of post-operative marks and scars (in some cases);
• changes in the shape of the buttocks as a result of age, weight loss/gain;
• consequences of injuries;
• partial atrophy of fascial muscles.

Contraindications for surgery

Although buttock augmentation is not a particularly complex operation, there are still a number of direct and indirect contraindications that should be strictly adhered to.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

1. acute diseases of internal organs;
2. any chronic diseases of the internal system;
3. any blood diseases, diabetes;
4. dysfunction and disorders of the endocrine system;
5. HIV AIDS;
6. after insolation and ECG;
7. if the patient has a tendency to form keloid scars;
8. after following a strict long-term diet (the body may be exhausted);
9. in the presence of severe diseases of the cardiovascular system.

There is no point in saving on your health, so you should only choose a clinic with a good reputation for performing the operation. Before you begin, you must have a face-to-face consultation with a surgeon, as well as undergo a number of preliminary tests and additional studies that he will prescribe for you:

• blood tests - general and biochemical;
• coagulogram;
• general urine analysis;
• tests for the presence of hepatitis viruses, HIV, syphilis;
• fluorography.

How to prepare for surgery?

Preparation for buttock enlargement should occur in stages. First of all, 2 weeks before the scheduled date of the operation, you should completely stop taking alcohol, as well as drugs that directly affect blood clotting.

The operation will be better tolerated on an empty stomach, so it is necessary to stop eating 6-8 hours before the implantation of implants in the buttocks.

A video with recommendations and features of endoprosthetics can be viewed below.

If on the eve of the operation the patient is very nervous or suffers from insomnia, then it is allowed to take sedatives and hypnotics.

The operation usually does not last long - from 1 to 3 hours. The rehabilitation period is quite long and ranges from 4 to 6 months, depending on the individual characteristics of the body.

At this time, swelling, redness, swelling, and numbness at the installation sites may be observed in the buttock area.

There is no need to panic, as these phenomena do not pose a threat to health or the condition of implants in the buttocks. Reviews about rehabilitation can be read on thematic forums on the Internet.

Question answer

Will I be able to feel my butt implants when I sit down?

You may be able to “feel” your butt implants when you sit for a while after surgery. But later, the implants are usually included in the image of your body, and after a while they are perceived as part of the buttocks. In other words, your brain considers them part of your body. The same thing happens with breast implants, which simply become a “part” of the body after a few months of implantation.

Can my partner feel the implants?

If done correctly, butt implants should not be noticeable. To ensure the success of your procedure, be sure to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience. Although even if the operation was performed by a professional, you can feel the implant. If you want to get a natural feeling, just pay attention to lipofilling (injection of fat). This procedure can give a natural feeling.

Is there a risk of the implant rupturing, for example, during sports or sexual intercourse?

Buttock implants don't rupture because they are not like breast implants: they are completely solid and not filled with something.

Postoperative period (7 stages)

You should also follow some recommendations during the recovery period:

1. It is better to spend the first 24 hours after surgery in a hospital, where qualified doctors can provide their patient with the necessary care.
2. For the first 7 days you only need to lie down and not do any physical activity.
3. It is necessary to limit the body's sitting position as much as possible.
4. It is not recommended to visit a public swimming pool, sauna, or solarium for about a month and a half.
5. You should not engage in physical activity for the first 30 days after surgery.
6. It is necessary to limit or completely stop drinking alcoholic beverages and smoking.
7. For about 3 months you must wear special compression garments.

If after surgery you feel painful symptoms, then, in consultation with your doctor, you can take painkillers that the doctor will prescribe.

Buttock implants, consequences and complications

The most common problem that occurs after surgical buttock augmentation is rejection of the implant by the patient’s body.

In some cases, a negative reaction from the immune system may occur. In addition, there is a small percentage of complications occurring after the patient has undergone anesthesia:

1. Wounds received during surgery can take a long time to heal, and if improperly or improperly cared for, they can even become infected. In this situation, repeated surgery will be required to remove the implants.
2. In some cases, fibromas and keloid scars may form at the site of the sutures.
3. Sometimes the patient may experience increased sensitivity of the buttocks, they may feel very cold or hurt. This is caused by damage to blood vessels and nerves. These symptoms may cause a person to have problems with their gait. Such cases require mandatory removal of the implants.
4. In some cases, atrophy of the gluteal muscles may begin.

Hip enlargement is now possible!

Previously, curvature of the legs (true and false) was considered a flaw that could not be corrected, because it might require hip augmentation. Doctors argued that the problem could be partially solved only with the help of physical exercise, and if that didn’t work out, then you would have to wear long skirts and wide pants for the rest of your life. Today, even in difficult cases, plastic surgery can help.

However, everything is not so simple here either. Thin shins can be corrected with implantation. Many surgeons successfully perform such operations. But hip correction with silicone implants is still performed only by experts!

Today in Russia, surgery to increase the inner surface of the thighs is performed only by a surgeon of the highest qualification category, certified plastic surgeon Irina Gennadievna Marinicheva.

We share our experience and regularly conduct training courses for surgeons from Moscow and other regions. And, as practice has shown, the most difficult thing for “beginners” is the topographic anatomy of the inner thigh. For hip contouring, implants are used whose properties are similar to muscle tissue. We use only certified silicone implants filled with highly cohesive gel with a high-strength shell.