Are you longing for a more curvaceous figure but struggling to achieve the hip shape you desire, despite your efforts? For many women, fuller hips are a key component of the hourglass figure, yet genetics, aging, or weight fluctuations can leave them feeling dissatisfied with their natural contours. If you’re looking to enhance your hips and achieve a more balanced, proportional body shape, hip augmentation could be the solution.
At VISAGE Clinic in Toronto, Dr. DuPéré offers customized hip augmentation procedures designed to enhance the size and shape of your hips while maintaining a natural, harmonious look. In this blog, we’ll explore everything you need to know about hip augmentation, from the benefits and procedure to recovery and long-term results.
What Is Hip Augmentation?
Hip augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that enhances the size and shape of the hips, creating fuller, more proportionate curves. This procedure is ideal for individuals who feel that their hips are too narrow or lack the desired volume to complement their overall body shape. Hip augmentation can be achieved in two primary ways:
- Fat Transfer (Fat Grafting): This method uses your body’s own fat to create fuller hips. Fat is harvested from areas like the abdomen, thighs, or flanks through liposuction, purified, and then strategically injected into the hips to achieve a natural look.
- Hip Implants: For patients who do not have sufficient fat for transfer, silicone implants can be used to add volume to the hips.
Both options can provide stunning results, and the right choice will depend on your body type, aesthetic goals, and preferences.
Why Do People Choose Hip Augmentation?
Hip augmentation has become increasingly popular as more people seek to achieve a balanced, curvier figure. The procedure offers several benefits, making it an attractive option for those looking to enhance their shape:
Achieve an Hourglass Figure
For many women, fuller hips are the key to achieving the coveted hourglass figure, where the hips, waist, and bust are in balanced proportion. Hip augmentation can enhance your natural curves, helping to create a more feminine, shapely silhouette that boosts confidence and body satisfaction.
Enhance Body Proportion
Hip augmentation is not just about creating curves; it’s also about improving overall body balance. If your hips are narrower than your shoulders or if your lower body lacks definition, hip augmentation can bring balance to your figure, creating smoother and more harmonious proportions.
Address Hip Dips
Many women have indentations on the sides of their hips, known as “hip dips,” which can create a less-than-smooth silhouette. Hip augmentation, particularly with fat transfer, can fill in these dips, giving your hips a smoother, more rounded appearance.
Natural-Looking Results
When performed by an experienced plastic surgeon like Dr. DuPéré, hip augmentation can deliver natural-looking results that enhance your figure without appearing exaggerated or artificial. The key is in creating curves that complement your unique body structure.
What to Expect During the Procedure
At VISAGE Clinic, hip augmentation begins with a thorough consultation. Dr. DuPéré will work closely with you to understand your aesthetic goals, assess your body type, and recommend the most suitable method for achieving the desired results—whether that’s fat transfer or implants.
Consultation
During your consultation, Dr. DuPéré will assess the shape of your hips, discuss your desired outcome, and review your medical history to ensure you’re a good candidate for the procedure. You’ll also discuss the type of augmentation—whether fat transfer or implants—that best suits your body and goals.
Surgical Procedure
- Fat Transfer Hip Augmentation: This procedure begins with liposuction, where fat is removed from areas of the body such as the abdomen, thighs, or flanks. The fat is then purified and carefully injected into the hips, with precision to create natural contours and a symmetrical shape. The procedure is minimally invasive and typically takes about 2-3 hours.
- Hip Implants: For patients opting for silicone implants, small incisions are made near the hips, and the implants are inserted into the pockets created in the hip area. The size and shape of the implants will be carefully chosen to achieve the desired volume and appearance.
Recovery
Recovery times vary depending on whether you opt for fat transfer or implants, but here’s a general outline of what to expect:
- Fat Transfer Recovery: Since fat transfer is less invasive than implants, recovery tends to be quicker. Most patients can return to light activities within a week, though you should avoid strenuous exercise for at least four weeks. Swelling and bruising in both the liposuction and hip areas are normal and will subside gradually over several weeks.
- Implant Recovery: With implants, recovery can take a bit longer. You may need to avoid sitting directly on your hips for a few weeks to allow the implants to settle and heal properly. Like fat transfer, bruising and swelling are normal, and you’ll receive detailed post-operative instructions to aid in a smooth recovery.
Are You a Good Candidate for Hip Augmentation?
Good candidates for hip augmentation are individuals who:
- Are in good overall health
- Have realistic expectations about the results
- Are looking to enhance the shape and size of their hips
- Have sufficient body fat for transfer (in the case of fat grafting) or prefer implants for volume enhancement
During your consultation, Dr. DuPéré will carefully evaluate your body and discuss your goals to determine if hip augmentation is the right procedure for you.
Why Choose VISAGE Clinic for Hip Augmentation?
At VISAGE Clinic, Dr. DuPéré is renowned for his artistic approach to body contouring and hip augmentation. His years of experience, combined with his dedication to personalized care, ensure that each patient receives results that enhance their natural beauty. Whether you choose fat transfer or implants, Dr. DuPéré takes great care to deliver results that are harmonious and in balance with your overall body shape.
Our state-of-the-art clinic in Toronto offers a welcoming and professional environment where your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities.
Book Your Hip Augmentation Consultation in Toronto
Hip augmentation is a highly effective way to achieve fuller, more balanced curves, whether you’re seeking to fill out your hips or create a more proportionate figure. With options like fat transfer and implants, VISAGE Clinic in Toronto provides personalized solutions to help you reach your aesthetic goals.
If you’re ready to enhance your hips and create the silhouette you’ve always wanted, schedule a consultation with Dr. DuPéré at VISAGE Clinic today. Let us help you achieve the beautiful, confident body you deserve.