For many of us, the perfect or ideal body shape or figure is something many of us strive to achieve. Whether this is gained through exercise, diet, or body enhancement, it can be an excellent feeling to look in the mirror and see results you truly love.
A well-defined calf can be a great way to accentuate your legs and thigh muscles, but they can be difficult to develop. A Calf Augmentation can help you achieve the look you desire and feel more confident about the appearance of your lower legs. Plastic surgery has made huge advancements over the decades, giving patients the ability to enhance, alter, and augment various areas of their body, from the face to the torso to arms, legs, and feet. For many patients, sculpted legs and muscles are a desirable trait, but can be difficult to achieve without intense exercise and training.
Even then, some patients find they don’t see the level of results they’d like. Another group of patients that benefit from this procedure are those born with one calf dramatically smaller than the other. Some patients have less calf muscle volume on the inside of both calves making them appear “bow-legged” or like they have outward curving legs. Using Calf Augmentation Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Hendricks can place a calf implant more toward the inner calf to help alleviate this.
What is a Calf Augmentation?
Calf Augmentation is a type of body enhancement surgery that targets the calf area and the surrounding area. For many patients, the look of a tight, sculpted calf can bring out the definition of their legs, back, and overall body. The procedure is often achieved using soft, flexible silicone implants or fat transfer in some situations.
Dr. Hendricks has developed a specialized approach to provide custom-shaped implants to fit your particular body shape and desired appearance which helps set his practice apart and can deliver a flattering result that isn’t over-the-top or “over-corrected”. For patients who are seeking calf augmentation Newport Beach surgeon Dr. Hendricks offers his expertise in body contouring surgery. The procedure will be customized to suit each patient’s unique needs, and different techniques may be used to achieve the desired results.
Who is a Good Candidate for Calf Implants and Augmentation?
Over time, our bodies can change, making it harder to see changes in your appearance. Exercise may not have the same effect, and areas that were once toned may begin to loosen and sag. Weight gains, pregnancy, and certain lifestyle changes can also distort your appearance and cause changes to your legs and calves. Calf augmentation can help restore a youthful appearance to this area and help enhance the definition of your legs. Ideal candidates are in good general health, do not smoke, and have realistic expectations for the surgery.
Is a Calf Augmentation Right for Me?
For some patients, growing larger muscles by targeting different areas of the body using exercise can be easy and come naturally. A fast metabolism, active lifestyle, and a healthy diet can help ensure you stay in shape and keep your muscles strong and your body lean.
However, this may not always help you gain the muscle, sharpness or appearance you desire. Calf augmentation is an ideal procedure for patients who feel they are lacking in definition or may not clearly stand out against their legs and thighs.
What Are the Results Like After Calf Augmentation?
How Does Calf Augmentation Work?
Silicone implants have been a staple in plastic surgery procedures for years. They are often associated with breast enhancement surgery but can be used in various areas throughout the face and body to deliver dramatic enhancements that naturally blend in with your skin. At Pacifica Cosmetic Surgery Center, Dr. Hendricks will design custom implants that are created specifically for each patient based upon their needs.
His goal is to help patients see more natural-looking results that aren’t overly muscular or distorted. Together, you and the surgeon will discuss your implant options, including size, shape, placement and more. During the surgery, he will make small incisions in the target area to insert the device. Some patients opt to complete this procedure using fat transfer techniques, as well.