Buttock lift — getting back the firmness gravity has taken from you.
A flat or sagging behind is often the result of drastic diets or a genetic weakness of the connective tissue. When the tissue drops, the whole rear view loses its harmonious projection and shape. A professional buttock lift (gluteal lift) lifts and firms the entire buttock area, redefines the transitions to the legs and creates an attractive, athletic silhouette in any clothing.
Get back the firmness gravity has taken from you.
At the Kuzbari Centre we take a holistic approach: a buttock lift aims to harmonise the entire rear view. We do not only tighten the skin but model the transitions to the hips and thighs — for a silhouette that convinces in jeans just as much as in swimwear.
Buttock lift — key facts
| Surgeons | Dr Ali Saalabian, Dr Shawqi Arafat |
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| Operating time | 2.5 – 4 hours |
| Anaesthesia | General anaesthetic depending on the region and extent |
| Stay | 1 – 2 nights as an inpatient |
| Presentable again | after 1 – 2 weeks |
| Sport | after 4 – 8 weeks |
| Price | Ab € 8.000 incl. planning, safety check, operation, anaesthesia & aftercare |
For a well-shaped and firm rear view.
A firm, well-shaped behind is regarded as the epitome of attractiveness and youthfulness. But the buttock area is particularly susceptible to the effects of time, gravity and substantial fluctuations in weight. When the connective tissue slackens, the volume drops and excess skin arises, often perceived as a “sagging bottom”.
Neither targeted squat training nor massage can bring slackened skin back to its original position. Here modern plastic surgery offers effective solutions with the gluteal lift.
The techniques of the buttock lift in detail
Depending on the starting point and the result you want, different procedures are used. Dr Ali Saalabian chooses the technique that best underlines your natural anatomy.
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Classic buttock lift
An upper buttock lift — for slackening in the upper and middle area. The incision is placed at the upper edge of the buttocks, usually hidden in the belt line. Excess skin is removed and the tissue drawn upwards. The scar can be well concealed under underwear or a bikini waistband, and the waist is often slightly tightened at the same time.
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Lower buttock lift
A banana-roll lift — ideal when folds of skin have formed directly beneath the buttocks (in the banana roll). The incision is made directly in the crease between the buttock and the thigh, and the skin is tightened. The legs look visually longer and the buttocks gain a clearer definition against the thigh.
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360° modelling
Combination with liposuction — our speciality. The lift is often combined with liposuction on the flanks (love handles) or the outer thighs (saddlebags). Treating the surrounding areas emphasises the shape of the buttocks — a flatter lower back automatically makes the behind look fuller and more lifted.
„We do not only tighten the skin but model the transitions to the hips and thighs — for a harmonious rear view.“
How body contouring works
From the first consultation, through the operation, to the final check, we accompany you personally.
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Consultation
The no-obligation consultation appointment lasts 30 – 60 minutes and costs €90. We get to know each other, listen to you and answer all your questions. We examine your problem areas, tell you what is genuinely possible and explain the advantages as well as the disadvantages of body contouring. You see before-and-after photos and learn how your procedure can work in detail.
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Operation
On the day of surgery you are carefully prepared and meet your whole treatment team. Then follow photo documentation of the treatment region, the conversation and marking with your surgeon, and the preparation in your own room. The procedure takes place in our state-of-the-art operating theatres under general anaesthetic. We use tissue-sparing techniques and multi-layered sutures, to minimise the tension on the scar.
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Recovery
After the procedure the healing phase begins — our team accompanies you step by step. Mild pain, swelling and bruising are normal, and you wear compression garments for several weeks. Light everyday activities are possible after a few days, and you can leave the centre on the day of the operation. At the check-up after a week we assess the course of healing and the result. Every body heals in its own way.
What you gain with us
Body contouring is a personal step. If you choose us, we take on the responsibility of accompanying you safely, professionally and with empathy — from the first consultation, through the operation, to the final check.
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Everything under one roof
From the consultation to the aftercare we look after you continuously at our centre.
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State-of-the-art surgical technique
Every operation is planned individually — with exact measurements and modern image analysis.
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The highest safety standards
Safety is a central concern in everything we do.
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A well-established surgical team
A specialised, well-established team accompanies your procedure.
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Personally reachable
We are personally at your side throughout the entire process.
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Quick appointments
From the first consultation to the operation things can move quickly with us if you wish.
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Payment in instalments
The cost can be spread over up to 60 months and paid in instalments.
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An aesthetic understanding
The centre has been known for its aesthetic understanding for many years.
What does body contouring cost?
This overview shows the costs of the most common body contouring procedures.
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Arm lift
€ 8.900 – 10.500
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Thigh lift
€ 10.500 – 12.800
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Abdominoplasty + lipo
€ 11.000 – 13.500
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Abdominoplasty with 360° abdomen/flank lipo
€ 14.000 – 15.000
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360° body lift + lipo
€ 15.000 – 18.000
Included in every “all-inclusive” price
- Every consultation appointment
- The surgical planning
- Procedure
- Aftercare and follow-up appointments
Our prices are “all-inclusive” prices. There are no hidden extras, and you are informed transparently about the whole process. With our instalment plan the cost can be spread over up to 5 years (60 months).
Frequently asked questions about the buttock lift
Do the scars stay visible?
Scars are unavoidable, but they fade over time. We place them strategically in the natural bikini or belt line.
Is the procedure painful?
Patients usually describe a strong feeling of tightness. This is well manageable with common painkillers.
When can I sit normally again?
Sitting briefly is usually possible again after a few days; sitting for longer periods (office work) should be limited for about 2 weeks.
Can I combine the operation with a BBL?
Yes, that often makes sense, in order to tighten the shape and increase the volume with the body's own fat at the same time.
Does the lift help against cellulite on the buttocks?
Tightening the skin often improves the appearance of cellulite considerably, because the skin is drawn smoother.
When can I do sport again?
Gentle movement from the 3rd week, intensive training (squats, running) after about 6 to 8 weeks.
How long does the result last?
The result is long-term. A stable weight and a healthy lifestyle are decisive for how long it lasts.
When will I be able to work again?
With office jobs after about 2 weeks, provided you get up from time to time or use a special cushion.
Are there risks?
As with any operation there are risks such as impaired wound healing. We minimise these through the highest standards of hygiene and precise aftercare.
Does health insurance pay for the buttock lift?
As a rule no, since it is a purely aesthetic procedure.
Do I have to have drains?
Yes, usually for 24 to 48 hours, to drain wound fluid.
Am I allowed to smoke after the operation?
Smoking severely impairs the blood supply. Please refrain from it for at least 4 weeks before and after the operation.
Can the scar be lasered later?
If necessary, we offer modern laser treatments at our centre to improve the scar.
From what age does the operation make sense?
As soon as the tissue has slackened and the distress is considerable — often after pregnancies or diets.
Who operates on you
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Dr Ali Saalabian
Specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
One of the leading authorities in body contouring — he carries out hundreds of procedures a year exclusively in this field and trains surgeons worldwide in his own academy.
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Dr Shawqi Arafat
Specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Innovative, precise and full of dedication. With his international training and experience he brings beauty and naturalness together into an individually tailored treatment concept.
Book an appointment now
The no-obligation consultation appointment lasts 40 minutes and costs €90. A great deal happens at that appointment — which is why you should on no account miss the first consultation with us.
Secure your appointment now by phone on +43 1 358 28 18 or through our online appointment booking.
Our experts for liposuction
Dr Ali Saalabian
Specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Dr Shawqi Arafat
Specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
