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The Buttocks Lift: Is It Right For You?

Many people have looked in the mirror, only to be disappointed by sagging buttocks or a disproportionately sized rear end. It's particularly frustrating because the buttocks cannot necessarily be reshaped or redefined by diet and exercise alone. For those looking to achieve their ideal figure, the Buttocks Lift can be a beneficial procedure that yields natural-looking, shapely results.

What is a Buttocks Lift?

The Buttocks Lift is a plastic surgery procedure that provides two-in-one benefits. It improves the shape and contour of the buttocks by removing unwanted fat from other areas of the body. By combining fat grafting with the Buttocks Lift, patients enjoy a trimmer waist and more shapely buttocks. It's a procedure that can combat the effects of aging, sun damage, pregnancy, weight changes or genetic factors on the buttocks.

Benefits of a Buttocks Lift

A Buttocks Lift is an outpatient procedure that is growing in popularity. The procedure can be beneficial for individuals seeking to augment their buttocks and achieve a perkier, rounder behind.

Whether looking to create a curvier shape or balance a silhouette, the procedure can address a range of cosmetic issues, including

  • Sagging buttocks
  • Flat buttocks
  • Disproportionately small buttocks
  • Asymmetrical buttocks
  • Change in shape of the buttocks after weight loss

Safety Considerations

As with any surgical procedure, the Buttocks Lift carries risks. To minimize risk and improve outcomes, work with a qualified plastic surgeon who prioritizes safety above all else. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Christopher Schaffer operates out of an AAAASF-certified surgical facility and closely oversees every procedure in his practice, ensuring patients receive safe, expert care throughout their surgical journey.

What Makes Someone a Good Candidate for the Buttocks Lift

The best candidates for the Buttocks Lift are those in good physical and emotional health who maintain a stable weight. You may be a good candidate if

  • You have an adequate amount of donor fat for the procedure.
  • You do not smoke.
  • You have met all health requirements outlined by Dr. Schaffer.
  • You have realistic expectations for the procedure and results.

What to Expect From the Consultation

The experience of receiving a Buttocks Lift is about more than the procedure itself. The journey begins with a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Schaffer to discuss the procedure and your desired results. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Schaffer will explain how your body’s natural fat is generally used to help achieve your desired results. Dr. Schaffer prioritizes safety at all times, and he works closely with his patients before, during and after their procedures. You will receive his cell phone number so you can contact Dr. Schaffer at any time for ongoing support.

Less Invasive, Lower Risk Procedure

Compared with other buttocks augmentation procedures, the Buttocks Lift is less invasive and lower risk because it uses the body’s natural fat stores. Because there are no implants, the procedure is less invasive than other augmentation techniques and carries a lower risk of infection. Using some of the newest technologies for a gentler fat removal process, Dr. Schaffer will extract unwanted fat from the thighs, abdomen, hips or back. The fat cells are separated and then used for buttocks injection.

During the injection process, Dr. Schaffer will skillfully sculpt the buttocks and augment their overall shape to achieve a lifted, more prominent rear end, while also promoting body contour that accentuates and elevates your natural shape. The results include a natural-looking, perkier buttocks and a sculpted waistline.

Results of a Buttocks Lift

Because a Buttocks Lift uses the body’s natural fat to augment the buttocks, the size of your natural fat deposits can affect the number of fat cells available for injection. The procedure is also tailored to your body’s size and shape to achieve ideal curves. Results are generally improved when you are at or near your target weight and in good health before undergoing the procedure.

Most individuals who have a Buttocks Lift may see:

  • Stubborn pockets of fat removed
  • Shapelier, perkier buttocks
  • Curvier silhouette
  • Slimmer, more defined waistline

Buttock Lift Revision Surgery

Benefits of Buttocks Lift Revision Surgery

Buttocks Lift revision surgery is an empowering option for anyone dissatisfied with the original results of their Buttocks Lift procedure. Some of the benefits of revision surgery include

  • Individualized results that align with your personal appearance goals
  • Addressing complications that have occurred in the aftermath of the initial procedure
  • Improved results that may boost your confidence

Reasons to Get a Buttocks Lift Revision Procedure

Patients opt for revision surgery for a variety of reasons. Some choose a Buttocks Lift revision because they were disappointed with their initial results, while others want to maintain those results for longer.

Buttocks Lift Cost

Schaffer Plastic Surgery accepts CareCredit, a healthcare credit card designed to support your health and wellness needs. It lets you pay for many treatments and procedures with convenient monthly payments. Apply today.

Post-Treatment

Your Buttocks Lift will be performed as an outpatient procedure, allowing you to recover in the comfort of your own home. Because it is less invasive than other augmentations, pain is minimized and can be easily managed with pain medication. Dr. Schaffer will discuss the best positions to sit and lie to allow the buttocks time to heal, retain their best shape and support a smoother recovery. Recovery time varies by patient, and Dr. Schaffer will provide guidance on when it is generally appropriate to return to daily activities, work and normal routines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Schedule Your Buttocks Lift Consultation Today

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Schaffer today to learn how your body's natural resources may be used to help create your ideal look with a tailored Buttocks Lift. Ask how your Buttocks Lift can be combined with other procedures for a total Mommy Makeover!

Reviewed by Dr. Christopher Schaffer, a board-certified plastic surgeon (American Board of Plastic Surgery, certified since 2003) practicing in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Schaffer completed his plastic surgery residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Learn more about Dr. Schaffer's training and experience →

Last updated on: October 9th, 2026