Gluteoplasty procedure, rehabilitation and possible complications after surgery

Gluteoplasty called plastic surgery on the buttocks, correcting the shape and volume of the buttocks. In the operation, silicone implants can be used, which are placed under the gluteus muscle. This most common variant of gluteoplasty will make the buttocks more attractive from an aesthetic point of view, and in addition, will make the buttocks more full, thereby improving their shape. In addition to the use of silicone implants in correcting the buttocks, the technique of excising saggy skin can be used. In more detail about this procedure, we will describe in today's article "Gluteoplasty procedure, rehabilitation and possible complications after surgery."

In what cases can gluteoplasty be advised?

1. a small volume of the buttocks or their omission;

2. disproportion of the gluteus muscles and inability to "pump" them to the desired volume;

3. The desire to increase the buttocks to improve their shape and size;

4. Atrophy of the gluteal tissues, deformation of the buttocks (trauma, the result of any transferred diseases).

    A plastic surgery that allows to increase the buttocks with the help of silicone implants is possible for realization, both for women and for men of any age. By its structure, modern silicone implants are strong and hermetically sealed in a reliable shell, withstands intensive loads. This shell is made of silicone elastomer, to which the human body is absolutely insensitive. The barrier and double layers of the implant make it reliable, and the highly gel-like gel makes the buttocks' shapes elastic and soft. A plastic surgeon will help his patient to choose the size and shape of the buttocks he needs.

    Gluteoplasty procedure

    At the time of plastic surgery on the buttocks, the patient should be absolutely healthy. In addition, he needs to undergo a series of surveys, which include obtaining results on the following items:

    Two weeks before the plastic surgery, doctors are advised to stop smoking and taking aspirin-containing medicines. In the evening, on the eve of gluteoplasty, you should take a relaxing bath and afford a light supper.

    Plastic surgery to change the buttocks takes 1, 5-2 hours of time under general anesthesia. The shape and size of the silicone implant is selected in advance in accordance with the type of figure. The implant is inserted through a small incision (5-6 cm) under the large gluteus muscle. The incision is made in the fold in the pelvic region between the buttocks. After that, the so-called pockets for silicone implants are formed. After this, surgical sutures are applied, and then cosmetic. On the healing of the seams of the scars on the buttocks is not visible.

    In addition to the above-described method, implants can also be placed on fatty tissue located in the upper region of the buttocks.

    Depending on the type of plastic surgery and methods used, postoperative scars are located in the gluteal fold or over the buttocks. After plastic surgery on the buttocks, scars are not noticeable, and after the rehabilitation period, inconvenience during movement is not felt.

    Rehabilitation after gluteoplasty

    After gluteoplasty, the patient is in the clinic for the first two days. This stay is caused by the fact that during this period the patient may experience temporary painful sensations, which after a couple of days will pass. In addition, there may be a slight increase in temperature, a slight decrease in sensitivity and a moderate soreness in the area of ​​surgical intervention.

    Sitting on the buttocks is not recommended for 7 days after the operation. It should be worn special compression underwear (breeches, shorts) for about 2 months. Postoperative stitches the doctor removes for 12 days.

    Two weeks after the gluteoplasty, you can start the everyday way of life. Physical load is possible not earlier than six weeks.

    Plastic surgery on the buttocks imposes some prohibitions and restrictions to maintain the best result. It is forbidden to do injections throughout the subsequent life in the buttock area. In this case, the injections should be done solely in the thigh area.

    Possible complications after gluteoplasty

    Complications after this plastic surgery are extremely rare. It is possible only in isolated cases, suppuration of the wound, marked scarring or bleeding.