Hate Your Hip Dips? Here Are Your Options
This blog discusses hip dips: What they are, what causes them, and what to do about them. We also discuss the benefits of Sculptra® injections vs. fat transfer as possible solutions for hip dips.
What Are Hip Dips?
As recent body trends favor a rounded, hourglass shape to the hips, more women are growing frustrated with their “hip dips.” These natural indentations where the hip meets the thigh are sometimes called violin hips or hip divots. Rather than a smooth hourglass shape, hip dips create a second divot on each hip, breaking the illusion of a rounded bottom.
What Causes Hip Dips?
Hip dips are directly related to bone structure, namely, the way the ilium bone and the femur meet in the pelvis. The greater the distance between the structures in your thighs and hips, the more pronounced hip dips are. Hip dips can be more pronounced in people with wider hip bones, and while men can have them too, we primarily see them in women due to their wider hips.
It should be noted that hip dips are entirely normal and have no bearing on the function of the hips and legs. However, many women consider them a frustrating extra curve in their silhouette and would prefer a more curvaceous, rounded figure.
Can You Fix Hip Dips?
There’s nothing to “fix” with hip dips, but if you don’t like them, there are options for balancing out the divots. While no amount of exercise can affect the appearance of these gaps, as they are natural and perfectly normal, you have both surgical and non-surgical options.
Sculptra® Injections for Hip Dips
Unlike hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, Sculptra® is a longer-lasting injectable treatment used to restore volume using poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), a biodegradable and biocompatible material. Instead of adding instant volume like other dermal fillers, Sculptra® prompts the body’s natural collagen production, building up plumpness and a natural shape over time.
The benefits of Sculptra® include:
- More natural volume increase than alternatives
- Very minimal downtime and recovery
- Long-lasting and natural-looking result
- No need for general anesthesia and minimal pain
Sculptra® injections for hip dips are a quick and easy procedure. In as little as a 15-minute session, you can begin building the perfect curvy hip shape!
During your Sculptra® session, your licensed aesthetician or provider will apply a topical numbing agent to the treatment area around your hips. Next, they will carefully inject Sculptra®.
Over the next few months, you will need to return to add more Sculptra® to your hips, depending on your response to treatment.
Are There Other Options for Treating Hip Dips?
Yes, there are other options for treating hip dips, although these methods are more invasive. One option is to undergo a fat grafting procedure to transfer fat from one area of the body into the gaps in your hip dips, effectively reshaping the area and balancing the curves.
Fat grafting is a multi-step process that may be beneficial to certain patients. First, the fat must be harvested from a donor area of the body; most patients choose the abdomen or thighs—anywhere you have excess fat you’d prefer to slim down. Next, the fat is purified in a specialized process and then carefully reinjected by a plastic surgeon. This is the same process as what happens during a Brazilian Butt Lift, and the fat transfer provides a more permanent solution.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Sculptra®?
Choosing Sculptra® injections for your hip dips might be the best option for you.
Sculptra® Pros:
- Little downtime and recovery
- No anesthesia or sutures
- No scars
- Long-lasting for injectables (2–3 years)
- Builds natural collagen
Sculptra® Cons:
- May require multiple sessions for the desired fullness
- Not permanent
- Results take time to appear
If you want a low-risk, natural-looking option for filling in your hip dips, Sculptra® injections might be for you.
Interested in Sculptra® Injections in Miami, FL?
4Beauty Medspa offers modern solutions for a variety of concerns, including hip dips. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff is ready to help you achieve your perfectly rounded hip goals with minimally invasive Sculptra® injections. To learn more about this treatment and to schedule a consultation, call 4Beauty Medspa at (786) 496-9444 or complete the contact form.