Many patients undergoing butt augmentation opt for fat grafting, in which fat is taken from another area of the body and injected into the buttocks. This procedure tends to be less painful, as it requires only small incisions and does not stretch the muscles.

The location of the implants also plays a role in post-operative pain levels; those placed above the muscle may cause less discomfort, while those placed below or in between muscle layers may stretch and irritate these tissues. Ultimately, it is important to carefully weigh your options with a trusted plastic surgeon to determine what method will work best for you and your desired results.

Depending on the method chosen for buttock augmentation, the actual surgery can take anywhere from 45 minutes to 90 minutes. During this time, the surgeon will address any excess fat and/or skin in the area before using implants or fat transfer to enhance the shape and size of the buttocks. Following the procedure, patients will need to schedule at least a week of recovery time. This allows for any swelling or discomfort to subside and for final results to become visible.