Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery Center of Houston, Texas

Inspired by the assets of stars such as J Lo and Shakira, women who have spent months on the gym trying to attain a more shapely bottom are now lining up at the plastic surgeon's office.

The benefits of a butt lift reportedly range from looking good again in a bikini to overall enhanced self-esteem. Possible risks include nerve damage from incision and insertion of the implants, post-surgery infection, and sometimes prolonged pain.

Buttock implant surgery lasts about two hours and is usually performed under general anesthesia. Because of the position of the implants, the recovery period presents special challenges when sitting, driving a car, or general physical activity which experts say should be avoided for several weeks post-surgery.

Motivations vary for wanting this procedure vary, some women feel their buttocks never fully developed, and some women wish to gain a more enhanced set of buttocks by making them larger and rounder. Butt implants is the cosmetic surgery procedure that provides a solution.

Implants placed in the buttocks are comprised of a silicone shell filled with a firm but flexible material, typically silicone. These implants are designed to maintain a natural feel to the buttocks. However, types of implants used may vary, depending on the surgeon.

According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), 3,885 butt implants were performed in the United States in 2003, compared to only 614 performed in 2002, a 533% increase. ASAPS also reports that in 2003, 53.1% of the patients were between the ages of 35-50 while 37.6% were between the 19-34. While some males do also undergo buttock implants, most of the cases involved women with 72.2% female procedures performed in 2003.

Women who lack buttock definition would represent an ideal candidate for buttock implants. Although reasons may vary from person to person, the more common ones include:

Enhancing appearance and boosting self-confidence.
Becoming less self-conscious about appearance.
Achieving a more balanced look.
Gaining a more sensuous backside.

However, the prospective patient must also be aware that cosmetic surgery is designed for improvement, not perfection. Patients should have realistic goals and expectations for their buttock augmentation. Women deciding to undergo buttock augmentation must do so for their own reasons, and not anyone else�s. Be sure to discuss your reasons for wanting to undergo this operation with the doctor during your consultation visit. This will also help determine your candidacy for the procedure.

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