Yes, it is possible to lift and firm the buttocks without surgery when the goal is to improve shape and firmness (not to add much volume). At the clinic we work with a protocol that combines radiofrequency, sodium deoxycholate infiltrations and PDO threads using the W technique. It is a medical-aesthetic approach that requires a prior consultation: if you are looking for a marked gain in volume, surgical augmentation may be the most suitable option.
The fight against sagging and the effect of gravity is one of the main aesthetic concerns, and the buttocks are one of the areas where it is most noticeable. If what you are looking for is to lift the buttocks and improve their shape for a firmer, more youthful silhouette —without necessarily increasing their size— there are non-surgical treatments that can help you. If, on the other hand, your goal is to gain volume and projection, you may want to consider glute augmentation in Girona.
Here we explain what can be achieved without an operating room, the protocol we follow, realistic results and how to know whether you are a good candidate.
What can (and cannot) be achieved without surgery
Non-surgical buttock treatments are aimed mainly at firming, lifting and improving skin texture. They are a good alternative when the buttock is slightly sagging or has lost firmness, but not when there is very marked sagging or when a significant increase in volume is sought.
- They do help to: tighten the skin, lift slightly, improve the shape and stimulate collagen.
- They do not substitute augmentation with implants or lipofilling when there is a clear lack of volume.
Our non-surgical buttock lift protocol
Ideally, the area should be prepared before any lifting procedure. That is why the protocol begins with radiofrequency sessions and continues in phases:
| Phase | What does it consist of | Objetivo |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Radiofrequency (preparation) | 3-4 previous radiofrequency sessions on the area | Warm the dermis, stimulate collagen and prepare the skin so that the rest of the treatment works better |
| 2. Sodium deoxycholate infiltrations (Aqualix) | A session of about 30 minutes to treat the subgluteal «banana» fold; the active ingredient acts on the fat cells and the body eliminates them through the lymphatic system | Define the gluteal fold and slim the area. Lymphatic drainage is recommended at 48 hours |
| 3. PDO threads with the W technique | Insertion of barbed threads creating tension points in the middle and lateral areas of the buttock | Lift and support; they also stimulate the production of type I and II collagen, key for the dermis |
The number of sessions and the exact combination are personalized after the medical consultation; not all steps are necessary in every case.
Results and recovery
With threads, part of the lifting effect is noticeable soon, although the result is completed in the following weeks as collagen is generated. Radiofrequency works cumulatively: firmness improves session by session. Recovery is usually quick, with mild discomfort, and many people opt for maintenance sessions to prolong the results.
As with any medical-aesthetic treatment, the response is individual: duration depends on age, skin quality and lifestyle habits.
Am I a good candidate for a non-surgical lift?
As a general guideline, this approach suits people who:
- Your buttocks are somewhat sagging or have lost firmness, but you do not have very advanced laxity.
- They want to improve the shape and texture rather than greatly increase the volume.
- They prefer to avoid the operating theatre and a long recovery.
If you are looking for a clear increase in size and projection, the most suitable route is usually Buttock augmentation with implants or lipofilling. The indication is always set by the medical team after assessing you.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the buttocks really be lifted without surgery?
What is radiofrequency used for in this protocol?
What is sodium deoxycholate infiltration (Aqualix)?
Do PDO threads in the buttocks hurt?
How long do the results last?
When is surgery the better option?
Treatments and related units
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Buttock augmentation
Improves volume, shape and projection with implants or lipofilling.
Sagging: lifting threads
Facelift effect and collagen stimulation with absorbable threads.
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Our clinic is located in the centre of Girona (Plaça Poeta Marquina, 3) and we regularly see patients from the city and the entire surrounding area and the Costa Brava. If you are coming from further afield, we coordinate appointments to group assessments and tests on the same day.
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