Butt Augmentation

Name: Butt Augmentation
Brand: SOMA
Rating: 5 (10 reviews)

Butt augmentation at The Standard of Modern Aesthetics (SOMA) is a customized procedure designed to enhance the volume, shape, and proportion of the buttocks using advanced surgical techniques tailored to your anatomy.

Enhancing Shape With Balance and Precision

At The Standard of Modern Aesthetics (SOMA), butt augmentation is approached with a focus on proportion, structure, and long-term outcomes. Rather than simply adding volume, the goal is to create a shape that complements your overall body. Each procedure is carefully planned by board-certified surgeons to ensure results that feel natural, balanced, and aligned with your goals. Schedule your consultation with SOMA to explore a personalized approach to butt augmentation.

What Is Butt Augmentation?

Butt augmentation is a surgical procedure designed to enhance the size, shape, and contour of the buttocks. This can be achieved through fat transfer, implants, or a combination of techniques depending on your anatomy and desired outcome.

At SOMA, butt augmentation is not treated as a single standardized procedure. Instead, it is customized to account for body proportions, available donor fat, and the desired level of enhancement. This ensures that the final result integrates naturally with the rest of your body.

Benefits of Butt Augmentation

Butt augmentation can improve overall body contour and create a more balanced silhouette when performed with thoughtful planning.

Enhances volume and projection for a fuller, more defined shape.
Improves body proportions by balancing the hips, waist, and lower body.
Refines contour through targeted fat removal and placement.
Provides customizable options based on your anatomy and goals.
Creates results that are designed to look natural and proportional.

Types of Butt Augmentation

There are multiple approaches to butt augmentation, and the right method depends on your anatomy, goals, and available donor tissue.

Fat Transfer (Brazilian Butt Lift)

Fat transfer, often referred to as a Brazilian Butt Lift, uses liposuction to remove fat from areas such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs. The fat is then purified and injected into the buttocks to enhance shape and volume. This approach provides a natural look and feel while also contouring other areas of the body.

Buttock Implants

For patients who do not have sufficient donor fat or who desire a more significant increase in volume, implants may be used. These are placed surgically to create a fuller, more projected appearance. Implants can offer more dramatic results but require careful planning and surgical precision.

Combination Approaches

In some cases, a combination of implants and fat transfer may be used to achieve the desired shape. This allows for both structural support and refined contouring. At SOMA, the chosen approach is based on what will create the most balanced and sustainable result.

“Dr. Rogers is the most empathic plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills. He listens intently and responds to questions with clarity and insight.”

— Dr. Joseph B.

Your Consultation

Your consultation at SOMA is designed to be detailed and individualized, ensuring that your goals are clearly understood and translated into a surgical plan. You will meet with a board-certified surgeon who will evaluate your body proportions, assess available donor fat, and discuss the most appropriate technique for your desired outcome. This includes a discussion of volume goals, contouring areas, and overall balance. This process is structured to ensure clarity, allowing you to make informed decisions with confidence.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Butt Augmentation?

Butt augmentation is ideal for individuals seeking to enhance the shape or volume of the buttocks while maintaining a natural, proportionate appearance. Candidates should be in good overall health and have stable body weight.

Those considering fat transfer should have sufficient donor fat available, while individuals seeking more significant volume may consider implants. Realistic expectations and a focus on proportion are important for achieving a successful outcome.

What to Expect During Your Butt Augmentation Procedure

Butt augmentation is performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. The exact technique depends on the method selected.

Fat Transfer Technique

When fat transfer is used, liposuction is performed first to harvest fat from selected areas. The fat is then purified and strategically injected into the buttocks to enhance volume and contour.

Implant Placement

For implant-based augmentation, incisions are made in discreet locations to allow for placement of the implants within or beneath the muscle. This creates a fuller shape with increased projection.

Precision and Symmetry

Regardless of the technique, the procedure is performed with careful attention to symmetry, proportion, and long-term stability. The goal is to create a result that integrates seamlessly with your body.

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Butt Augmentation Recovery

Recovery following butt augmentation varies depending on the technique used, but most patients can expect a gradual return to normal activities. In the early stages, swelling, bruising, and discomfort are common and are managed with detailed post-operative instructions. Patients undergoing fat transfer will also experience healing in the liposuction areas. Most individuals return to light activities within one to two weeks, while sitting directly on the buttocks may be limited for a period of time, particularly after fat transfer procedures.

Long-Term Results

As swelling subsides, the final shape becomes more defined. With fat transfer, some initial volume loss is expected as a portion of the transferred fat is reabsorbed, while the remaining fat becomes permanent. SOMA emphasizes ongoing follow-up to ensure proper healing and long-term results that remain balanced and natural.

Combining Butt Augmentation With Other Procedures

Butt augmentation is often performed in combination with other body contouring procedures to achieve a more comprehensive result.

Common combinations include liposuction of the waist and flanks to enhance contrast and definition, or procedures such as tummy tuck for overall body contour improvement.

Because SOMA operates within a fully integrated care model, these procedures are planned together to ensure consistency and efficiency throughout the treatment process.

Why Choose SOMA?

SOMA offers butt augmentation within a medically integrated, surgeon-led environment focused on precision and long-term outcomes. Board-certified providers collaborate across disciplines to create personalized treatment plans that prioritize balance, safety, and consistency. This approach ensures that each patient receives thoughtful guidance, expert execution, and ongoing support throughout their care. Contact SOMA today to begin a personalized, expert-led approach to enhancing your body contour.

Butt Augmentation Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a Brazilian Butt Lift and implants?

A Brazilian Butt Lift uses your own fat to enhance shape, while implants are used to create volume when sufficient donor fat is not available.

How long do the results of butt augmentation last?

Results are long-lasting, especially when supported by stable weight and healthy lifestyle habits, though fat transfer results may include some initial reabsorption.

Is butt augmentation safe?

When performed by experienced, board-certified surgeons using proper techniques, butt augmentation is considered a safe procedure.

How soon can I sit after surgery?

Sitting directly on the buttocks is typically limited for a period of time after fat transfer procedures to protect the transferred fat.

Will there be visible scars?

Incisions are placed in discreet locations and generally heal well, becoming less noticeable over time.

Butt Augmentation

Enhancing Shape With Balance and Precision

What Is Butt Augmentation?

Benefits of Butt Augmentation