Calf Implants (Calf Enhancement)

Calf implants are designed to increase the volume and enhance the shape of the calf area.

Over the last 30 years, calf enhancement has gained worldwide popularity with both men and women.  Men usually want to increase muscle bulk, giving them a more masculine look, while women wish to get a more symmetrical appearance of their legs. Body Builders report major difficulties in building their calf muscles and often seek enlargement. This procedure is also used to correct congenital defects, polio, spina bifida and clubfoot, which may be associated with undeveloped calves.

Calf Implant

Calf Implant
Before After Photos

Plan your Treatment

The Consultation

Some people have a naturally thin or underdeveloped calf, and despite exercise or diet, the legs remain small. These patients may request calf implants also known as calf augmentation. Women may desire only the medial or inner leg filled out. Body builders may want both the inner and outer lower leg filled out. The goal is to help restore a more enhanced appearance. Generally, anyone in average physical condition or good health can be a candidate for calf implant surgery.

The surgery

Calf implants or calf augmentation usually is performed by either fat transfer using your own fat or by placing calf implants made out of silicone rubber over the muscles, on the inner aspect of the calf. Some people, such as body builders, may require larger augmentation, and in these individuals an implant may be placed on both the medial (inner) and lateral (outer) aspects of the calf.

The calf implants surgery is performed through making a fine incision at the back of the knee. The incision is usually nicely hidden in the crease at the back of the knee. The skin, fat and fascia are incised. The fascia (deep thick tissue layer) is lifted and a pocket is created to exactly fit the designed implant. The implants are inserted through a “no touch” sterile technique. The pocket is closed. The skin and subcutaneous tissue are repaired. You will be going home the same day of surgery.

After Surgery

The patient will be encouraged to walk immediately after surgery with stockings. The stockings will require to be worn for 2- 3 weeks after surgery. Walking will be slightly uncomfortable for few days. Wearing high heel often helps with pain. You will have some pain killers to go home with.

What are the risks associated with this procedure?

Plastic surgery, like any surgical procedure, carries inherent risks and potential complications.

Please read our Risks and Complications of Plastic Surgery page.

Getting you back to work and normal activities

You will be able to go back to work within 3-5 days as long as it does not require long distance walking, running, cyclising or heavy lifting.

Time to go back to full, unrestricted activities 4-6 weeks following surgery.

How to Book?
Call us on free phone 1300 002 006 if you are outside Sydney or 9561 0222 if you’re in the Sydney area