During butt injections, to add volume or make the buttocks shapelier, a substance is transferred into the buttocks. This non-surgical butt augmentation is gaining popularity as more and more people with to enhance the size and shape of their buttocks.
How does an injectable butt lift work?
An injectable butt lift involves injecting fat or filler into your body to restore and contour the shape of your butt. It works differently depending on what type of procedure you get. Silicone butt injections offer a quick and easy way to achieve fuller, more rounded buttocks. The injected silicone (direct injection of silicone into the buttocks) can create a fuller, more rounded appearance, giving the impression of a more prominent and lifted buttock. The procedure is often sought after by those who desire a curvier figure or a more pronounced hourglass shape. The procedure is typically performed in a non-surgical setting and does not involve the removal of fat from other areas of the body. Although this procedure can offer immediate results, it also carries a higher risk of complications such as infections, migration of the silicone, and hardening of the silicone.
Types of Butt Injections
Sculptra
This is an alternative to a traditional buttock lift or a Brazilian butt lift. Sculptra injectable substances are made from poly-L-lactic acid. Injected into specific areas under the skin, they thicken the skin and stimulate deep collagen growth. Typically, these injections are completed over several sessions, scheduled a few days apart.
Radiesse
These calcium-based fillers work by stimulating collagen growth to make the skin in the butt tighter as well as smoother. They can be done over several sessions, scheduled 3-4 months apart, to enhance the buttock by adding small amounts of volume.
Lanluma
Similar to Sculptra injections, they consist of a poly-L-lactic acid substance. They give the buttock a rounder and firmer appearance by stimulating the body’s natural collagen production.
Who’s an ideal candidate for butt injections?
You should be in overall good health, without a history of bleeding conditions or other health conditions that can make cosmetic procedures riskier. If you’re looking to contour other parts of your body and have fat that can be grafted into your butt, you may want to consider a Brazilian butt lift. If your body fat percentage is already low, a dermal filler butt lift may be a better option.
What is a butt injection procedure like?
Depending on the type of substance chosen to be inserted, your buttock injection procedure may differ. The process may be over in 30 minutes. Your surgeon will first numb your buttock region with a local anesthetic to prevent any pain or discomfort. A fine syringe is then used to insert the chosen substance. After this, the area may be massaged to ensure the product is evenly distributed across the buttocks.
Butt Injection Benefits
- Little downtime and minimal scarring
- Minimally invasive and done in outpatient clinics
- Small amounts needed to correct hip dips
- Suitable for those with not enough fat to transfer
- Used to tweak the butt after a BBL without the need for a second operation
Butt Injection Side Effects
- They don’t involve the removal of fat from other areas of the body (unlike BBL)
- They are a costly & temporary procedure (compared to alternatives such as BBL)
- It can only add small volumes of enhancement (compared to BBL)
Butt Injection Recovery & Results
Typically, patients can return to work and daily activities the same or the next day after receiving butt injections. Patients may experience some soreness and swelling in the buttocks for the first few days after injection, but this should quickly dissipate. Results from Sculptra and Lanluma injections typically take 2-6 months to appear, while the results from Radiesse are both immediate and progressive.
Conclusion
In conclusion, butt injections, including the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) and various filler injections, have become a popular method for enhancing the appearance of the buttocks. Each method offers different benefits, risks, and levels of permanency. While BBL uses autologous fat and provides more natural and lasting outcomes, filler injections offer a non-surgical alternative with limitations in permanence and cost. It's important to note that all procedures carry risks, and the key to a successful enhancement lies in choosing the right procedure and a qualified provider. Ultimately, the decision should be made after thorough research and consultation with a board-certified surgeon.
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