Leg Implant (FAQ) - Dr. Fatih Dağdelen

It is used to correct congenital leg deformities. It is preferred to camouflage the appearance of bowed legs.
It is applied to provide a fuller leg appearance in people with low muscle volume. It is especially suitable for patients with thin legs.
It offers an aesthetic alternative for people who cannot develop their leg muscles by doing sports. Especially people who want to enlarge the lower calf area may prefer it.
It is recommended for patients who have lost volume in their leg muscles after trauma or surgery.
It is used in people who want to achieve a more symmetrical and proportional body appearance.

It is placed inside or under the calf muscles. This method provides a natural appearance.
It is placed through a small incision behind the knee so that the surgical scar is not evident.
It can be applied unilaterally or bilaterally. Unilateral placement can be performed in asymmetric leg deformities.
It can be placed in the inner or outer calf area. Regional applications can be made according to the needs of the patient.
In some cases, it can be combined with liposuction to provide a more balanced appearance.

Heavy sports and exercises should be avoided for the first 6 weeks after surgery.
Sports that overstrain the leg muscles (running, weight lifting) are not recommended until recovery is complete.
Contact sports (soccer, basketball) should be limited in the first months to avoid displacement of the implants.
Low-impact activities such as yoga and pilates may be recommended after the healing process.
Once the leg implant has completely healed, there are no restrictions on daily activities.

Modern implant materials are very durable and can maintain their form for many years.
Damage to the implant is not expected unless there is extreme physical trauma.
Since the surface of the implant is designed to be compatible with the body, it adapts to the body tissue over time.
The health of the implant should be monitored with regular doctor checks.
In some cases, excessive weight gain and loss can affect the appearance of the implant.

The average operation time varies between 1-2 hours.
It is usually performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on the patient’s condition.
A small incision is made behind the knee and the implant is placed so that the surgical scar is minimal.
Patients are usually discharged the same day or the next day. It is not an operation that requires a long hospital stay.
Rest and gentle movements are recommended for the first few days, but full recovery can take several months.