Buffalo Hump Removal

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Removal of Dorsocervical Fat Pad (Buffalo Hump) Through Liposuction

A condition commonly known as a buffalo hump, more formally referred to as a dorsocervical fat pad, involves the noticeable accumulation of fat at the back of the neck. Although this feature is typically harmless, it may become a source of cosmetic concern over time.

This comprehensive guide delves into the effective removal of a buffalo hump, with a particular focus on liposuction as a proficient method for diminishing the prominence of dorsocervical fat. At Centre for Surgery in London, we take pride in our team of specialist body contouring surgeons.

What is a Buffalo Hump?

A buffalo hump refers to an excessive build-up of fat at the back of the neck, presenting itself as a noticeable lump or hump. This condition, while typically not harmful from a health perspective, can have a significant impact on an individual’s life — affecting self-confidence, influencing posture, and limiting wardrobe choices.

Excess body weight and obesity can contribute significantly to the formation of a buffalo hump. In obese individuals, fat tends to accumulate in various body parts, including the back of the neck.

Some medications, particularly those that affect hormonal balance or weight, can lead to the development of a buffalo hump as a side effect.

Prolonged or excessive use of steroids is a common contributor to the formation of a buffalo hump.

Fluctuations or imbalances in the body’s hormone levels can contribute to the formation of a buffalo hump.

This medical condition, characterised by an overproduction of cortisol, often leads to the development of a buffalo hump.

The presence of a buffalo hump can be quite conspicuous, often visibly protruding through clothing or extending above the collar line. Buffalo hump surgery presents a transformative solution, significantly improving the physical appearance, restoring a more natural contour, and boosting confidence.

Ideal candidates are those with stubborn fat pockets resistant to traditional methods of weight loss, who are in overall good physical and psychological health, who are at or near their target weight with a BMI of 35 or less, and who have realistic expectations about what the procedure can achieve.

Buffalo Hump Removal Procedure

Buffalo hump removal surgery is predominantly accomplished through liposuction. The excess fat is meticulously targeted using a specialised cannula — a thin tube-like instrument — which precisely breaks up and dislodges the fat tissue in the targeted area. Once the OnabotulinumtoxinAAbobotulinumtoxinAIncobotulinumtoxinAPrabotulinumtoxinALetibotulinumtoxinARimabotulinumtoxinBHyaluronic Acid FillersCalcium Hydroxylapatite FillersPoly-L-lactic Acid FillersPolymethylmethacrylate FillersAutologous Fat GraftingForehead Lines TreatmentGlabellar Frown Lines TreatmentCrow's Feet TreatmentBunny Lines TreatmentChemical Brow LiftLip FlipGummy Smile CorrectionMasseter ReductionJaw SlimmingDimpled Chin SmoothingCobblestone Chin SmoothingNefertiti Neck LiftMicro-BotoxMesotoxHyperhidrosis TreatmentChronic Migraine ReliefBruxism TreatmentTMJ TreatmentCervical Dystonia TreatmentNeck Spasm TreatmentBlepharospasm TreatmentLip AugmentationLip ContouringCheekbone EnhancementTear Trough FillersNasolabial Fold SofteningMarionette Line FillersLiquid RhinoplastyNon-Surgical Nose JobJawline ContouringJawline DefinitionChin AugmentationTemple VolumisingHand RejuvenationAcne Scar Subcision Filling has been effectively broken down, it is removed from the body through the vacuuming process.

Types of liposuction available at Centre for Surgery to remove a buffalo hump

This technique involves the use of specially designed cannulas equipped with motors. These motors generate vibrations that effectively loosen and dislodge fat cells, making it easier to vacuum them away safely and efficiently.

For a more intensive approach, we offer a combination of BodyTite and PAL Liposuction.