Fat Transfer is the most commonly preferred way to enhance the buttocks, rather than implants, mainly because it is a less invasive procedure.  A buttocks augmentation with fat typically provides a more natural look because it is the patient’s own tissue; provides less scarring and minimal down-time.  Another added benefit is that patients get some additional body sculpting from the area of the body where the fat was removed.  One of the biggest risks with implants is that your body may reject the implant, which can lead to many other complications.  The results of both procedures are very similar; however, a fat transfer is a much more gradual, natural feeling and looking result.

-Lindsay Gerber, Patient Coordinator

The best candidates are within 10-15 lbs of their ideal body weight.  They ideally have localized collections of fat that are easily identifiable and can be approached with liposuction.  You should have realistic expectations and understand that liposuction is a procedure meant to help sculpt the body in areas that have not responded to diet and exercise and does not serve as a weight-loss method.

-Allan Parungao, M.D.