What should you know about fat transfer to hip dips?

The clinician removes fat from a suitable donor area, processes it and places it into carefully selected outer-hip layers. Hip dips are a normal contour influenced by the pelvis, femur, muscle and fat distribution; the procedure changes soft-tissue volume rather than bone shape. Swelling and bruising can make the hips look fuller at first. Some transferred fat may not remain, and changes in body weight can alter the contour.

Your consultation should cover symmetry, scars, skin laxity, activity and what shape is realistic for your frame. Dermal Fillers may be discussed as a non-surgical option for selected smaller contour concerns.

Ask where fat will be taken and how both the donor and hip areas will be protected. Share medicines, allergies, smoking or vaping, previous surgery and conditions that affect healing. Plan loose clothing and help with sitting, sleeping and household tasks. Follow instructions about pressure, walking, showering and exercise; avoid placing direct pressure on treated areas until cleared by your clinician.

Contact the treating clinic for increasing pain, spreading redness, warmth, drainage, fever, one-sided swelling or a wound that is opening. Seek urgent help for chest pain, sudden breathlessness, fainting, confusion or severe leg swelling.

Ask how symmetry will be assessed, what sitting and sleeping positions are recommended, when exercise can restart, how the donor site will look, and how later weight change could affect the result.