Gluteal Lipectomy (Buttock Lift)

A Gluteal Lipectomy (Buttock Lift) is a surgical contouring procedure, combined with targeted liposuction, that aims to shape the buttocks to meet your individual aesthetic needs.

Our buttocks can start to naturally change shape due to many factors, such as advancing in age, genetics, weight fluctuations, and even progressive sun exposure, which all can reduce the skin’s internal elasticity.

Typically done in conjunction with other procedures, such as a lower Lipectomy (Body Lift), a Gluteal Lipectomy focuses on removing natural excess skin and surgically contouring the buttocks, groin, thighs, and abdomen. It can often include the repositioning of natural fat deposits removed from liposuction from other parts of your body like the abdomen or thighs, and injecting them into different areas of the buttocks to shape and contour the buttocks to meet your individual aesthetic needs.

Where is it done? Your Gluteal Lipectomy (Buttock Lift) will be performed at the brand-new Honeysuckle Day Hospital in Newcastle, a fully licensed and accredited day hospital which is purposely equipped to care for cosmetic surgical procedures.

Length of surgery: Gluteal Lipectomy (Buttock Lift) usually takes about two hours. These times depend on many factors, such as the complexity of the surgery.

Type of anaesthesia: General Anaesthesia

Day surgery or inpatient stay? Usually Day Surgery only, but in some instances, you may require an overnight stay. Dr. Verma will discuss this with you in detail at the time of your consultation.

Approximate cost: Varies according to type, complexity, and length of the procedure, as well as how much natural excess skin and fat deposits will be removed. You will receive a detailed quote with a cost of the procedure after your consultation with Dr. Verma, tailored to you.

Next Steps: Not sure if Gluteal Lipectomy (Buttock Lift) is right for you? Maybe you feel more than one type of cosmetic surgery may be required? Or are you interested in non-surgical ways to meet your aesthetic needs?

We advise booking a consultation with Dr. Verma. With his expertise and commitment to achieving the best results, together you can create a personalized treatment plan involving both surgical and non-surgical cosmetic treatments individually tailored to the look you would like to achieve.

Please also see our list of general FAQs for more details.

Who is a good candidate for Gluteal Lipectomy?

You may be a good candidate for Gluteal Lipectomy if you are in general good health, your weight is relatively stable, and you have one or more of the following aesthetic needs:

• Contouring and shaping of your buttocks after weight loss.
• Have natural fat deposit pockets around the buttocks you would like to contour and reshape.
• Did not respond well to liposuction due to decreased skin elasticity, and require another buttock contouring option.
• Would like to reshape and contour the buttocks, that have reduced firmness due to natural advancement of age.
• You have a natural excess of skin and soft tissue that extends along the inner/medial or outer buttock region.

It is worth noting that a Gluteal Lipectomy may not be the best option for everyone, such as if you are prone to bleeding or have a poor general healing ability. Dr. Verma will discuss this with you in detail at the time of your consultation and may be able to provide alternative options that are tailored to you. However, if you are in good health and wish to contour and shape your buttocks, a Gluteal Lipectomy might be the right choice to meet your specific aesthetic needs.

What to expect during the consultation?

No two bodies are the same. Dr. Verma will take a full medical history and do an examination. He will then suggest the best option(s) for you, which are tailored to your specific aesthetic needs, and provide you with bespoke information about the procedures and the process, so that you can make an informed decision.

Please note that, during your consultation and with your consent, Dr. Verma will be taking photographs of your lower body. Clinical photography is vital in the cosmetic surgery experience and allows Dr. Verma to document and share your progress with you, pre- and post-operatively. Sometimes, with your additional consent, these photographs will be uploaded onto our website. The images are de-identified, with birthmarks, tattoos and any other identifying features removed. Images are not altered in any other way, ensuring a true representation of the likely results. Whilst individual results may vary, such ‘Before-After’ images help other potential patients, like yourself, to decide whether this is the right procedure for them.

Generally, the consultation is your opportunity to ask Dr. Verma any questions or clarify any concerns you may have regarding your Gluteal Lipectomy.

What is the cost of Gluteal Lipectomy? What is included?

Cost of Gluteal Lipectomy (Buttock Lift) depends on the length and complexity of the surgery, which is individual to each person. After the consultation, once you have decided you are interested in a Gluteal Lipectomy, you will receive a quote for the cost of the surgery. This price includes Dr. Verma’s fees (Proceduralist fees), and the cost of follow-up visits up to 3 months post-surgery. It does not include hospital and anaesthetist costs, but an estimate of such costs can be provided on request. There will never be any pressure or rush for you to decide. You will have information about payment details and costs in your quote, and ample time to ask questions before making an informed decision.

What is Gluteal Lipectomy? Are there different techniques?

Gluteal Lipectomy (Buttock Lift) addresses and removes natural excess skin and fat deposits from the buttocks. The remaining skin is then stretched, tightened, and contoured to shape the buttocks to your individual aesthetic needs.

The surgery is performed by making an incision that is placed along the lower back, extending from hip to hip. Dr. Verma then pulls up the target excess skin below the incision, which tightens and lifts the shape of the buttocks. The natural extra skin and fat deposits are then removed.

Where will the incisions/scars be?

An incision is made along the lower back extending from hip to hip. Dr. Verma will limit the scar length and try to position the scars where they are less obvious, however, it should be noted that Gluteal Lipectomy does leave scars, and they may appear more noticeable than anticipated. These generally fade to form faint white scars, although the degree of fading varies depending on how your skin tends to heal and form scars.

What type of Anaesthesia will be used?

The type of anaesthesia used is general anaesthesia. This means you will be asleep during the operation. If appropriate, Dr Verma will also utilise additional local anaesthesia, which is injected into the site of surgery during the operation; giving you better pain relief upon waking.

What are side effects of Gluteal Lipectomy?

All surgery has possible side effects that can include temporary bruising and swelling, numbness, soreness, and tiredness are normal in patients. Symptoms typically self-resolve, and Dr Verma will discuss these with you in detail during your consultation.

What are the risks and complications of Gluteal Lipectomy?

With any surgical procedure, there are risks involved, and most problems are easily treated and settle with time.

General risks of any surgery include excessive bleeding, reaction to any of the medications (including anaesthesia), infection, poor healing or excessive scarring. Risks and complications directly associated with Gluteal Lipectomy can include:

• Raised, red and thickened keloid and hypertrophic scars forming over the healed incisions. Although these scars are unsightly and may be itchy and irritating, they are not a health threat.
• Asymmetrical or uneven shape of the buttocks.
• Numbness in areas surrounding the operating site. This is usually temporary and will resolve over time.
• Skin that does not heal, resulting in the necessity of a skin graft.
• Tightened skin causing restricted movement.
• Formation of a seroma (excess fluid) and collection of blood under the skin around the operating site that may require drainage.
• The possibility of a blood transfusion, depending upon the amount of excess skin that is removed.

The occurrence of such complications depends mainly on factors such as whether you smoke, your general health status, how your body heals, as well as your post-operative recovery. Dr. Verma will discuss all risks and complications with you during your consultation, as well as techniques and medications which can minimise these risks.

Care of your buttocks and surgical sites

You will be provided with detailed instructions by Finesse Cosmetic Surgery with regards to practical care of your sutures, wounds etc. Any sutures are usually removed in 10-14 days. After your Gluteal Lipectomy, you will need to wear a ‘post-op garment’. This is a snug fabric garment which aims to reduces swelling and bruising after surgery, helping to minimize pain and achieve better outcomes.

Additionally, after your surgery, you will have dressings and bandages applied to your wounds. You will also be wrapped in a compression garment designed to minimize swelling and provide support to your surgical site during healing. It may sometimes be necessary to provide a thin tube under the skin to drain away excess blood or fluid that can collect at the site.

Downtime

Each individual is different, some will be able to return to work after one week and others after two weeks. Dr. Verma will discuss this with you at your consultation. In most instances, you will be able to return to all your normal activities 4-6 weeks after surgery. You will also need to make some lifestyle adjustments in the healing period after your surgery that will include:

• Not sitting directly on the buttocks for at least 2 weeks after your surgery unless using a donut or inflatable pillow.
• Sleeping on your side or your stomach using a pillow behind the legs to avoid placing pressure on the buttock.
• Avoiding high impact activities for 6 weeks after your surgery.

When will you see results?

Results will be visible after your tissues heal when swelling and bruising subside which may take up to a month, and full results visible within 4 months after surgery.

What will be your follow up schedule?

Dr. Verma will see you one week post the operation and then organize subsequent follow-ups according to how you recover. All follow-up visits cost up to three months after the operation are included in the cost of the surgery. Revision surgery for any complications carries an extra charge.

Similar to your consultation visit (see above), Dr. Verma will be taking photographs of your buttocks in order to document its healing during follow up visits.

How long do the effects of Gluteal Lipectomy last for?

Effects of a Gluteal Lipectomy are quite long-lasting and you can expect to retain most of the result for many years after the procedure if you maintain a stable weight and exercise.