Buffalo Hump

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Liposuction can help you address persistent fat buildup at the base of the neck, reducing the presence of the so-called “buffalo hump.”

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Helping You with the “Buffalo Hump”

A buildup of excess fat at the base of the back of the neck and between the shoulder blades is commonly referred to as a buffalo hump.

This unsightly mound can sometimes be a source of embarrassment for those who have it, and if this sounds like your experience, the team at Avalon Lipo & Aesthetics is here to help.

At Avalon Lipo & Aesthetics, Dr. Reza Tirgari understands your frustration with this condition and is happy to provide liposuction as a solution to remove the excess fat. We make it our goal to provide our patients with the most advanced procedures coupled with a highly-trained staff so that you can trust that you’re receiving safe and quality care to help you look and feel great.

We offer our patients a number of liposuction techniques, enabling us to tailor your treatment directly to your needs and personal cosmetic goals. If you’d like to learn more about what the talented team here at Avalon Lipo & Aesthetics can do for you, we recommend reaching out to us at our San Diego location and setting up your consultation today.

What Is a Buffalo Hump?

As we age, our metabolism slows and we begin to develop deposits of fat around our body. For most this happens in the usual areas of the abdomen, legs, and buttocks but for some, this excess fat can develop in less common areas.

A buffalo hump is a term most cosmetic surgeons use for the fat that develops on the dorsocervical fat pad, which sits at the base of the back of the neck and between the shoulders. If you have a hump at the base of your neck, it’s recommended that you see a medical doctor first to determine if it’s caused by a medical condition or if liposuction is the right solution for you.

The most common cause of this fatty development is obesity. However, other lifestyle and medical conditions may cause this as well. Some of these causes may include

Poor posture, leading to fatty accumulation
Genetic predisposition to fat in this area
Cushing’s syndrome, which is associated with an excess of the hormone cortisol
Osteoporosis
Medications for HIV such as lipodystrophy
Tumor or pituitary dysfunction
Other glandular problems

Understanding Buffalo Hump Liposuction

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Liposuction for Buffalo Hump

At Avalon Lipo & Aesthetics, Dr. Tirgari specializes in performing liposuction on nearly every area of the body that can develop excess fat. For many people, diet and exercise alone won’t eliminate the enlarged fat, which forms the buffalo hump, due to the fat that develops being more fibrous than that which develops in other areas. This is because the neck typically contains more scar tissue and other dense materials. In these instances, an incision into the overlying skin and soft tissues may be required to aid in the removal of fat.

During your consultation, Dr. Tirgari will go over the details of the procedure and what you can expect in terms of recovery and results. These will depend on your specific situation, especially the size and density of the fat in this area. After a thorough examination, Dr. Tirgari will decide on the best liposuction technique to use so that he can eliminate this unsightly hump and give you the beautiful, contoured neck you desire. While you may see a slight reduction in the amount of fat in this area after the procedure, results generally take a few weeks up to a couple of months to fully show. During this time you’ll see this area lessen as the fat dissipates and the surrounding skin tightens.

Please view our before and after gallery to see results from other areas of the body treated with liposuction at our office.

Our Liposuction Results

Please view our before and after gallery to see results from other areas of the body treated with liposuction at our office.

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Am I the Ideal Candidate?

As with any liposuction procedure, it’s important to make sure that you are a candidate for treatment. During your consultation, Dr. Tirgari will conduct an examination of your current health status and review your medical history to determine if this is the right procedure for you, as your safety is our utmost concern.

To be a good candidate for liposuction, you must meet these general qualifications:

Being at or near a healthy weight
Having firm, elastic skin
Not currently suffering from any major illnesses or diseases that inhibit healing
Not currently pregnant or planning on being pregnant in the near future
Nonsmokers or those who can quit for a significant amount of time prior to and after the procedure
Those who have positive and realistic expectations for the outcome

Contact Our Cosmetic Surgeon Today

If you’re interested in learning more about the buffalo hump procedure and wish to determine your eligibility, please contact us by filling out the form on our contact page or calling us at (619) 494 - 3678 to schedule your consultation. We proudly help those who want to look and feel their best in the San Diego and Carlsbad areas of California, and can’t wait to learn more about how we can help you make your cosmetic goals a reality.