Buttock Surgery & Reshaping
Buttock contouring is a highly specialised area of plastic surgery designed to address contour deformities resulting from massive weight loss, traumatic injuries, or complications from previous injections.
Because the gluteal muscles are essential for core stability and gait, any surgical approach must prioritise your functional integrity alongside physical reshaping. Dr. Barnouti approaches buttock contouring holistically, treating the lower back, flanks, hips, and thighs as a single interconnected anatomical unit to ensure balanced and proportionate results.
A thorough clinical assessment is required to understand the complexity of your specific anatomy before any surgical plan is finalised.
Aftercare and Recovery
Following surgery, a compression garment and simple dressings are applied to the surgical site for the first week to support the tissues and minimise swelling. All sutures used are dissolvable. You will be prescribed appropriate pain relief and antibiotics, and a follow-up appointment will be scheduled to check your wounds and remove the initial dressings.
- Immediately: You are encouraged to begin gentle walking right after surgery to promote healthy circulation, but you must rest strictly for the first 24–48 hours.
- 1 Week: Most patients can return to light, non-strenuous duties.
- 2 to 4 Weeks: Return to usual daily activities, as cleared by Dr. Barnouti.
Mandatory Surgical Warning
Surgical Warning: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Please read our Risks and Complications of Plastic Surgery page.
GP Referral & Assessment Requirements
Patient Requirements: In accordance with AHPRA regulations, all patients seeking a consultation for cosmetic surgery must provide a valid referral from their General Practitioner (GP). Additionally, a mandatory seven-day cooling-off period applies following your initial clinical assessment before any surgical procedure can be booked.
Sydney Body Lift Costs
| Procedure | Price Estimate | Conditions / Comments |
|---|
| Lower Body lift (Abdominoplasty, outer thigh lift, buttock lift and liposuction to outer thighs, buttocks and flanks) | $24,990-$34,990 | This price includes surgeon fee, anaesthetic fee 6 weeks follow up. If fund cover does not apply in your situation, plan for additional hospital costs. You may be eligible for Medicare rebate of $800. |
| Upper Body lift (Reduction of upper back folds, underarm folds, liposuction of back and side-of-chest) | $16,990-$20,990 | This price includes surgeon fee, anaesthetic fee 6 weeks follow up. It assumes top hospital cover with a private fund. If fund cover does not apply in your situation, plan for additional hospital costs. You may be eligible for Medicare rebate of $800. |
| Thigh Reduction/ Lift | $13,990-$19,990 | This price includes surgeon fee, anaesthetic fee 6 weeks follow up. If fund cover does not apply in your situation, plan for additional costs of around $7,000 for the hospital. You may be eligible for $400 Medicare rebate. |
| Arm Reduction | $9,990-$16,990 | This price includes surgeon fee, anaesthetic fee 6 weeks follow up. If fund cover does not apply in your situation, plan for additional hospital costs of around $3,000. You may be eligible for $400 Medicare rebate. |
Page Content Clinically Reviewed by Dr Barnouti
Dr. Barnouti (MED: 0001192783) is a Board-Certified Specialist Plastic Surgeon with 25 years of experience performing advanced cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), a member of ASAPS, and serves as a Senior Lecturer at the University of NSW.
Dr. Barnouti operates out of leading, fully accredited Sydney hospitals with a strict focus on patient safety.
Dr. Barnouti (MED: 0001192783)