BUTTOCK LIFT (GLUTEAL LIFT) IN DUBAI
Lift. Shape. Balance.
A Buttock Lift is a body-contouring procedure designed to tighten, smooth, and elevate the buttocks by removing sagging skin and reshaping the underlying tissue. Unlike a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), which adds volume through fat transfer, a Buttock Lift focuses on tightening and lifting ideal for patients who have lost skin elasticity after weight loss, pregnancy, or aging. Performed by Dr. Hardik Ganatra, a body-contouring specialist with more than 20 years of surgical experience, the procedure restores firmness and youthful contour with precision and artistry.
BUTTOCK LIFT
WHAT IS BUTTOCK LIFT?
A Buttock Lift (Gluteal Lift) is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and repositions the remaining tissue to achieve a lifted, firmer, and smoother appearance.
WHY CHOOSE DR. HARDIK GANATRA FOR BUTTOCK LIFT IN DUBAI
With two decades of surgical mastery, Dr. Hardik Ganatra is known for delivering natural, proportionate body-contouring results through a safety-driven and artistically precise approach.
Why patients trust Dr. Hardik:
- Comprehensive body-contouring expertise: Specializes in post-weight-loss and lower-body transformations.
- VASER + J-Plasma integration: Combines ultrasound and plasma tightening for smoother skin tone and contour.
- Customized lift design: Incision patterns are personalized to minimize scarring and enhance symmetry.
- Holistic healing protocols: Incorporates IV therapy, peptide recovery, and lymphatic drainage to optimize recovery.
- Long-term patient care: Continuous follow-ups to ensure durable, natural results.
WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE?
You may be a good candidate for a Buttock Lift if you:
- Have sagging or loose skin on or below the buttocks
- Have achieved stable weight after major weight loss
- Experience skin folds or asymmetry that affects confidence
- Are in good general health and a non-smoker
- Have realistic expectations regarding scars and downtime
PRE-OPERATIVE EVALUATION & SAFETY PROTOCOLS
Before your procedure, Dr. Hardik Ganatra conducts a comprehensive pre-operative consultation to ensure your safety and achieve results tailored to your goals.
During this evaluation:
- Detailed Consultation: Dr. Ganatra takes time to understand your aesthetic goals, expectations, and areas of concern to recommend the most suitable treatment plan.
- Treatment Planning: You are provided with the ideal surgical option as well as possible alternative approaches, ensuring you make an informed decision.
- Medical Evaluation: Routine blood investigations are performed to confirm your fitness for anesthesia and surgery.
- Photography & Measurements: Standardized photographs are taken (without revealing your identity) and precise body measurements are recorded to aid surgical planning and postoperative comparison.
- Consent & Documentation: The procedure, recovery, and potential risks are clearly explained, followed by signed patient consent.
- Anesthesiology Assessment: Every patient meets the anesthesiologist at the hospital for a pre-operative safety evaluation and anesthesia clearance.
This structured process ensures that every Buttock lift is performed under the highest standards of medical safety, transparency, and personalized care.
HOW THE PROCEDURE IS PERFORMED
Step 1: Marking & Anesthesia
Contours, excess skin folds, and incision lines are marked while standing. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia.
Step 2: Skin & Tissue Elevation
Loose skin is carefully lifted, and excess tissue is removed. The remaining skin is re-draped upward for a tighter, smoother appearance.
Step 3: Contouring & Symmetry
If required, VASER Liposuction or Fat Grafting may be added to improve contour and transition between the lower back and buttocks.
Step 4: Closure & Compression
Incisions are closed using fine sutures. A compression garment is applied to minimize swelling and support the new contour.
RECOVERY AND POST-OPERATIVE CARE
Dr. Hardik’s recovery protocol emphasizes comfort, circulation, and long-term firmness.
Typical Recovery Timeline:
- Days 1–3: Swelling and tightness; compression garment worn continuously.
- Week 1: Light movement encouraged; avoid sitting for long periods.
- Weeks 2–3: Resume office work and light activity.
- Weeks 4–6: Gradual return to exercise; avoid heavy lower-body workouts.
- Month 3: Final lift and tone visible; scars continue to mature and fade.
Aftercare Includes:
- Compression garments for 4–6 weeks
- Lymphatic drainage and IV therapy for healing
- Peptide support to aid tissue recovery
- Scar-care regimen for smooth healing
COMBINATION OPTIONS
A Buttock Lift can be effectively combined with:
- Thigh Lift: For complete lower-body rejuvenation
- VASER Liposuction: To sculpt the flanks, hips, or lower back
- Tummy Tuck / Body Lift: For post-weight-loss contouring
- Fat Grafting (BBL Hybrid): For enhanced shape and projection
BUTTOCK LIFT
Before & After
Each Buttock Lift performed by Dr. Hardik Ganatra showcases a refined, lifted, and proportionate result — never exaggerated.
What OUR Patients are saying ?
“For the first time in years, I love how my clothes fit.”
“After my weight loss journey, I felt proud — but the sagging skin around my hips and buttocks kept me from feeling truly confident. Dr. Ganatra explained every step of the buttock lift and made sure the results looked completely natural. The shape, the proportion, the balance — it’s exactly what I hoped for.”
— M.L., 37, United Kingdom
“It wasn’t just about curves; it was about confidence.”
“I had been hesitant about surgery for years, but the trust and attention to detail from Dr. Ganatra’s team made all the difference. The buttock lift gave me a smooth, lifted contour that looks and feels like my own body — only better. It’s incredible how much lighter and more confident I feel now.”
— A.K., 41, Dubai
BUTTOCK LIFT Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is a buttock lift?
A buttock lift removes excess, sagging skin from the upper and/or lower buttocks and re-suspends the tissue to create a firmer, lifted contour. It is a skin-tightening operation—not a volume-adding one.
2. Is a buttock lift the same as a BBL (Brazilian Buttock Lift)?
No. A BBL adds volume using fat transfer. A buttock lift tightens and lifts loose skin. After weight loss, many patients benefit from a lift, sometimes combined with strategic fat grafting for shape (done as a staged plan when safer).
3. Who is a good candidate?
Men and women with deflated, ptotic buttocks and redundant skin after major weight loss, at a stable weight for 6–12 months, nonsmoking (or willing to stop), and with realistic goals.
4. What types of buttock lifts are there?
* Upper buttock lift / posterior component of a lower-body lift: scar placed across the upper buttock/low back to lift and smooth the buttocks.
* Belt lipectomy (360° lower-body lift): circumferential scar that lifts buttocks, outer thighs, and abdomen—common after massive weight loss.
* Lateral thigh/buttock extension: tailored when rolls extend toward the flanks/hips.
5. Where are the scars—and how visible are they?
Scars usually lie along the upper buttock/low back line (hidden under underwear or swimwear waistbands) and may extend around the waist in 360° lifts. Scars fade over 6–12 months with silicone therapy, taping, and sun protection.
6. Will a lift add projection or volume?
A lift improves position and firmness. It doesn’t add volume; projection can be enhanced with staged fat graftingonce tissues have healed and blood supply is favorable.
7. Can liposuction be combined with a buttock lift?
Yes—selective liposuction can refine flanks/outer thighs and reduce closure tension, improving contour and scar quality. (When fat transfer to the buttocks is planned in another stage, Dr. Ganatra performs ultrasound-guided, subcutaneous-only grafting per modern safety guidance.)
8. What is recovery like?
* Walking: same day (short, frequent walks).
* Desk work: ~10–14 days (extent-dependent).
* Light cardio: ~2–3 weeks.
* Lower-body/strength & stretching: ~6–8 weeks (avoid heavy hip flexion/abduction early).
* Compression garment: typically 6 weeks.
* Sleep mostly on your side or front initially to protect the repair (we’ll guide positioning).
9. Is it painful?
Expect tightness and soreness for several days; pain is usually manageable with prescribed medication, compression, and positioning.
10. How long until final results?
Contour steadily improves over 4–8 weeks; scars mature and soften over 6–12 months.
11. What are the risks?
Bleeding/hematoma, infection, wound-healing delay or separation (tension areas), seroma, contour irregularity/dog-ears, numbness/tingling, and thick or widened scars. We also prevent blood clots (DVT/PE) with screening and VTE protocols.
12. Will it treat cellulite or stretch marks?
Tightening can improve the look of dimpling but it’s not a cellulite treatment. Stretch marks within the skin that’s removed are gone; others shift position.
13. Will I need drains?
Sometimes—depending on dissection area and whether lipo is combined. Many cases are drainless with quilting sutures and compression.
14. Can a buttock lift be combined with tummy tuck or thigh procedures?
Yes—often part of a lower-body lift. We individualize combinations for safety, operative time, and recovery; staging is common after massive weight loss.
15. What about sensation or sitting?
Temporary reduced sensation over the upper buttock is common. Sitting is allowed with cushioning and short intervals early on; we’ll give a step-wise plan to increase tolerance safely.
16. How do I prepare?
Stop smoking, optimize protein/nutrition, pause certain meds/supplements if advised, arrange help for 1–2 weeks, and bring your compression garments to surgery.
17. How long do results last?
Long-lasting with stable weight and healthy habits. Significant weight changes can loosen tissues again.
18. Can I still have a BBL later if I do a lift now?
Yes—commonly staged. After healing, ultrasound-guided, subcutaneous-only fat transfer can be considered to enhance projection safely (no intramuscular injections).
19. When can I shower, drive, or fly?
* Shower: usually after 24–48 hours if incisions are sealed (per instructions).
* Drive: ~1–2 weeks once off sedating pain meds and you can sit/move comfortably.
* Fly: short flights after ~2 weeks (walk/hydrate/compression socks); long-haul after clearance.
20. How much does a buttock lift cost (e.g., in Dubai)?
Fees vary by extent (upper lift vs 360°), whether lipo is added, hospital/anesthesia time, and aftercare. You’ll receive a personalized quotation after consultation.