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Hip Augmentation Surgery Chicago Illinois

Get the Hourglass Shape You’ve Always Wanted-Curvier Hips & a Smaller Waist

“He gave me exactly what I asked for. He took the time to listen to what I wanted. I wanted something that looked natural but still big and bouncy. What he did with my waistline is beyond words. I haven’t felt and looked this good ever. Bc of Dr.T, I’ve got my confidence back and im so happy. I get compliments from friends and family every day. He was 100% worth it.” – Margarietta Q.

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What is hip augmentation surgery?

A hip augmentation or hip widening surgery is a procedure designed to enhance and improve the size and shape of your hips and waistline. This procedure may also be done to correct an imbalance between the size of the hips and the waist. Hips can be enhanced naturally by using your own fat via a fat transfer procedure (or fat injections). Chicago Breast and Body surgeons are among the top plastic surgeons in Chicago, Illinois and the country. Get started today with a consultation.

Hip Augmentation is a procedure designed to improve the contour and shape of your hips. Hips can be enhanced with a fat transfer procedure, using your own fat.

Good candidates for hip augmentation are healthy patients with little or no underlying medical conditions who desire fuller hips. Hip augmentation patients should also be at or near ideal body weight and non-obese. If you are very thin and don’t have enough fat to transfer, alloClae can add volume to the hips without surgery. Finally, patients should have realistic expectations and be willing to follow post-op instructions carefully to achieve the best results.

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Hip augmentation surgery can be done as a stand-alone procedure or in conjunction with Lipo 360 & Brazilian Butt Lift and Arm Liposuction to achieve a more comprehensive transformation. Your surgeon at Chicago Breast & Body can help you determine which procedures are best suited to your needs.

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Hip Augmentation Surgery Before & After Photos

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After Hip Augmentation + Lipo 360 + Skinny BBL photo, case 1748544, patient of Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong, back view Before Hip Augmentation + Lipo 360 + Skinny BBL photo, case 1748544, patient of Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong, back view BeforeAfter
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The 2 to 1 “Golden Snatch” Hip Ratio

The Golden snatch ratio is 2 to 1 hip-to-waist ratio. It is a term coined by Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong which means after a Lipo360 & BBL with hip augmentation, a patient’s hip measurement is twice that of her waist. For example, a person with 44-inch hips would have a 22-inch waist to achieve the “Golden Snatch” hip to waist ratio. The Golden ratio is ideal for some patients but is not achievable in all patients and can vary depending on body type, body weight, skin and muscle quality.

Fat transfer or alloClae for your hips

Your own fat is the first choice when you have enough of it. If you’re naturally lean, alloClae adds volume without surgery.

Fat transfer compared with alloClae for the hips
Fat transferalloClae
What adds volumeYour own fat, taken by liposuction from areas like the stomach and waistDonor fat tissue, an FDA-regulated human tissue product
SurgeryYes, usually under general anesthesiaNo, an injectable under local anesthesia
Your waistCan be slimmed by the same liposuctionNot changed
Best forPatients at or near their ideal weight with fat to spareNaturally lean patients without enough donor fat
Over timeSome fat can reabsorb, though most or at least some usually staysResults develop over 3 to 6 months as tissue integrates

Dr. Truong or Dr. Lin will recommend the right option for your body at your consultation. Individual results may vary.

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Hip augmentation recovery timeline

  • Time off Work:

    5-7 days

  • Surgery:

    2-3 hours

  • Mobility:

    next day

  • Shower:

    after 24-48 hours

  • Lymphatic Massage:

    as directed

  • Light Exercise & Gym:

    2 weeks

  • Full Exercise & Activity:

    4 to 6 weeks

  • Full Recovery:

    6 months

Liposuction 360 Recovery Timeline Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics

*Please note this is just a general guide. Times may vary from patient to patient. Please talk to your surgeon or patient care team if you have any questions during your recovery.

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Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics is Chicago’s leading destination for cosmetic surgery of the body, breast, and face. Our award-winning team of board-certified plastic and cosmetic surgeons is trusted by thousands for their advanced training, surgical precision, and natural-looking results. With a reputation built on excellence, safety, and patient satisfaction, we’re here to help you look and feel your absolute best.

Dr. Kevin Lin, board-certified plastic surgeon at Chicago Breast and Body Aesthetics

Dr. Kevin Lin

Dr. Kevin Lin is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Chicago who emphasizes tailored care and treatment to each individual patient. Dr. Lin is skilled in both Plastic and Reconstructive surgery trained under nationally renowned aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons, gaining valuable insight and an unparalleled experience with stunning results. Dr. Lin’s specialty lies primarily in Breast and Body Contouring.

About Dr. Lin
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  • American Board of Cosmetic Surgery
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Patient Reviews

  • “I wanted to increase the volume in my butt and contour my hips (upside down heart shape/S curve). … Dr. T and his staff brought that vision to reality!”

    Lauren M.BBL with Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong, Google review
  • “I was always so insecure about my narrow hips and flat glutes and that I could never fill a majority of clothes out. … Since surgery, I’ve felt so happy knowing that I now have the figure I always wanted.”

    Anonymous patientBBL with Dr. Kevin Lin, patient review
  • “I told him I want “projection, hips blended in very well. No lonely fat or junctions.” … Now my results are exactly how I described to him. … Before surgery I never wore legging and now I love wearing leggings and I love my body!”

    Ilya A.BBL with Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong, Google review
  • “admittedly very concerned about suddenly looking “too fake” or like an ant. … my shape is lovely, natural, and truly already makes me feel 50 times more confident”

    Anonymous patientLipo 360 and BBL with Dr. Kevin Lin, patient review
  • “Dr.T and Monika were so compassionate and he listened attentively to my concerns and vision. … I feel great, my recovery has gone so smoothly, pain was minimal more like discomfort.”

    Carmen B.BBL with Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong, Google review
  • “The recovery is very manageable, you are up the next day and pretty sore, but it definitely got easier with each day. … I can finally fill out my jeans and not feel self-conscious.”

    Anonymous patientSkinny BBL with Dr. Kevin Lin, patient review

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Your hip augmentation investment

Every body is different, so your price is too. At your consultation, this starting point becomes one quote you can plan around.

Starting price

Hip Augmentation starts at $10,995 and up.

Adding liposuction or treating a larger area means more time in the operating room, which moves the price.

Financing available through CareCredit, Cherry and Alphaeon for qualified applicants. See financing options →

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Your quote includes

  • Surgeon’s fee Your surgery with Dr. Truong or Dr. Lin
  • Operating room and facility fee Our AAAHC-accredited surgical facility
  • Your first compression garment Worn through the early weeks of healing
  • Follow-up visits for up to one year Check-ins with your surgical team as you heal
  • 24/7 access to the care team Reach us any time while you recover

Starting prices do not include the OR facility fee or anesthesia. Both are added to your written quote after your surgeon recommends your surgical plan.

Pay over time

Spread the cost of your procedure with one of our financing partners, available for qualified applicants.

  • CareCredit
  • Cherry
  • Alphaeon

Hip Augmentation FAQs

how is hip augmentation performed?

Hip Augmentation is usually done under general anesthesia. With a fat transfer, fat is liposuctioned from other areas like the stomach and waist and then re-injected into the hip area to enlarge and widen the hips.

can hip augmentation be done without a BBL?

Yes. A hip augmentation procedure can be done without a Brazilian Butt Lift. This is done by only transferring fat to the lateral hip area and does not include transferring fat to the buttocks. This method still allows you to achieve a slimmer waistline and even can give the appearance of a fuller buttock. This is a good option if you can not avoid sitting on your buttocks and will still allow you to lay on your back during the recovery phase.

What if I don’t have enough fat for a hip fat transfer?

alloClae can add volume to your hips without surgery and without using your own fat, so it suits patients who are naturally lean. If you have enough donor fat and are open to surgery, a fat transfer may give a more dramatic, longer-lasting result. Your surgeon will tell you which fits your body at your consultation.

is hip augmentation surgery safe?

Hip augmentation, like other body sculpting cosmetic procedures, is generally safe when done correctly and by a properly trained surgeon. Make sure your surgeon is not only board-certified in Plastic or Cosmetic Surgery, but also well trained in properly performing the procedure. If done correctly in the right facility and by properly trained personnel, procedures like hip augmentation and fat transfers are safe with rare complications.

what is the recovery for hip augmentation surgery?

You can expect to take about a week off of work. Most patients can return to work in about a week and resume normal exercise and activity within 4 to 6 weeks.

Following your hip augmentation, you can expect to be sore and swollen for one to two weeks. Even when done in conjunction with other procedures like a Brazilian Butt Lift, most patients are up and walking by the following day. You may be asked to avoid sleeping on your back or sides to avoid putting pressure directly on the area. Drains are rarely used.

is hip augmentation surgery permanent?

Hip augmentation is a permanent surgical procedure. If a fat transfer is done, then the results can tend to change over time with some fat be re-absorbed, but usually most or at least some will remain.

how much does hip augmentation surgery cost?

The cost of hip augmentation can vary depending on whether it is performed as a stand-alone procedure or in conjunction with other procedures like Lipo360 & Brazilian Butt Lift. Hip augmentation starts at $10,995* and up. *Starting prices do not include the OR facility fee or anesthesia. Both are added to your written quote after your surgeon recommends your surgical plan.

You will receive an all-Inclusive quote following your consultation. The quote will include the surgeon’s fee, anesthesia, OR facility fee, medications, post-operative garments, and lab tests if needed. If all-inclusive pricing is quoted, then most of these costs will be covered including follow-up visits.

We offer financing options for those that qualify. Please see our specials page which will display monthly special offers and discounts.

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