Buttock Implants

Buttock implants are "stronger than breast implants" and made of an elastomer that cannot leak. Implants are placed using a small incision atop of the muscles above the sitting area and below the surrounding fascia to secure them. A previous technique of intermuscular augmentation only augmented the upper third of the buttocks whereas implants can address the entire area. The incision scar will normally heal such that it is barely visible by approximately one year after surgery.

During the buttocks implant procedure, an incision up to three inches will be made between the midline of the buttocks. The surgeon will form a pocket for the implant to fit in and insert the implant through the incision. The implant is positioned within a soft tissue area of muscle and fat. This area will form scar tissue with the goal to help keep the implant in place. Stitches that dissolve will be placed at the incision area. A bandage will be applied to reduce swelling and discomfort. Patients return home within two hours of the procedure.