Buttock Augmentation with Implants in Bangalore
Medically reviewed by Dr Sreekar Harinatha, MCh (Plastic Surgery)
Buttock augmentation with implants uses soft, solid silicone implants to make the buttocks fuller, rounder and more projected. It suits people who don't have enough spare fat for a Brazilian butt lift. At Contura Clinic, Bangalore, Dr Sreekar Harinatha places the implants through a single cut hidden in the buttock crease. It is a day-care surgery, and normal exercise can usually resume in 4–6 weeks.
Buttock implants at a glance
| Implant | Solid silicone (it cannot leak), round or oval, smooth or textured |
| Placement | Inside the gluteus maximus muscle, or between the muscle and its covering |
| Anaesthesia | General or spinal anaesthesia |
| Surgery time | About 2 hours |
| Hospital stay | Day care. Most patients walk out the same day |
| Scar | A thin line at the top of the buttock crease, hidden by small underwear |
| Pain relief | Tablets for at least 1 week |
| Exercise | After 4–6 weeks |
| Cost | ₹2,00,000 plus GST and implant cost |
Who are buttock implants for?
- Men and women who want fuller, rounder or more projected buttocks
- People who have lost buttock volume, with weight loss or alone
- People who are slim and don't have enough fat for a BBL
- People with realistic goals who understand that the surgery carries some risk
Implants or BBL?
| Buttock implants | BBL (fat transfer) | |
|---|---|---|
| Uses | Solid silicone implants | Your own fat |
| Best for | Slim people with little spare fat | People with spare fat on the waist, back or tummy |
| Bonus | Predictable, lasting volume | Slims the areas where fat is removed |
| Result | Visible straight away. Settles over a few months | Some fat is absorbed in the first months |
Liposuction of the lower back and thighs can be added to implants to improve the shape. Read more: Brazilian butt lift.
How is the surgery done?
- You receive general or spinal anaesthesia.
- A single cut is made in the midline, at the top of the crease between the buttocks.
- A pocket is made inside or just above the buttock muscle.
- The implants are placed, and the cut is closed.
Dr Sreekar prefers round, smooth implants for most patients.
Recovery after buttock implants
- Rest for several days. Walking is encouraged, because it eases muscle spasms.
- Antibiotics are given to prevent infection.
- Pain tablets are usually needed for at least a week.
- Implants inside the muscle may take a few months to settle as the muscle relaxes.
- Normal exercise can usually start again in 4–6 weeks.
Avoid sitting directly on your buttocks for 2–3 weeks, and wear a compression garment for 4–6 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Are buttock implants safe?
Solid silicone buttock implants can't leak like gel implants. Like any surgery, there is some risk. The main risks are infection, wound opening, fluid collection (seroma), implant movement and unevenness.
Will the scar show?
The scar is a thin line at the top of the buttock crease. It usually heals well and is hidden by small underwear.
How long until I can exercise after buttock implants?
Most people can go back to normal exercise in 4–6 weeks.
Related pages: BBL · Lipo 360 · Liposuction
About the doctor
Dr Sreekar Harinatha, MBBS, MS, MCh (Plastic Surgery, CMC Vellore), DNB (Plastic Surgery). Karnataka Medical Council Reg. No. 68989. Plastic and cosmetic surgeon at Contura Clinic, Kalyan Nagar. Best Paper Award at the IMCAS conference, Taipei, 2016, for his gynecomastia technique. Author of The Male Breast and over 40 papers in indexed journals. Member of IAAPS, IMA and the European College of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery.
This page is for general information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation. Results vary from person to person. Every procedure carries risks, which your surgeon will explain at your consultation.