Comprehensive solution for excess fat at the base of the neck and upper back — liposuction-based, with optional Renuvion skin tightening.
Buffalo Hump Removal at Natural Results Plastic Surgery is performed personally by Dr. Carlos Mata — board-certified plastic surgeon (ABPS/FACS), Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2018, and Newsweek America's Best Plastic Surgeon — at the practice's AAAASF-accredited surgical suite in Scottsdale, Arizona. 25,000+ procedures performed.
At Natural Results Plastic Surgery in Scottsdale, AZ, our board-certified surgeon Dr. Mata offers buffalo hump removal as a comprehensive solution for excess fat in the upper back. As awareness grows about the emotional and psychological effects of physical irregularities, more people seek effective treatments to enhance their appearance and, by extension, their quality of life. Buffalo hump removal improves physical silhouette and contributes to a renewed sense of self-confidence and emotional well-being.
Buffalo hump is a fatty lump that forms between the shoulder blades at the juncture of the upper back and the base of the neck. It is medically known as a dorsocervical fat pad and is often a symptom rather than a disease.
There are several potential reasons someone may develop a buffalo hump — including certain medications, excess weight gain, an underlying medical condition, poor posture, and osteoporosis.
This condition can affect individuals across all demographics, but it is more commonly observed in people with certain medical issues or who are on specific medications. Factors like obesity, long-term use of corticosteroids, hormonal imbalances — particularly excess cortisol (often seen in Cushing's syndrome) — or genetics are known to contribute to its appearance.
Both men and women can develop a buffalo hump. However, it may be more pronounced or frequent in certain groups due to genetic predispositions or hormonal factors.
Buffalo hump removal is a cosmetic surgical procedure aimed at reducing the fatty tissue located at the base of the neck and upper back. The surgery is often performed using a liposuction technique to eliminate the excess fat — restoring a smoother contour to the upper back and neck region.
For patients whose upper back skin doesn't fully retract after fat removal, Renuvion skin tightening can be added at the same time. This adds long-term skin retraction without separate surgery, helping to ensure the smoothest possible final contour.
Candidacy is ultimately a conversation. Dr. Mata will determine the right path at consultation.
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A fatty lump that forms between the shoulder blades at the juncture of the upper back and the base of the neck. Medically known as a dorsocervical fat pad — often a symptom rather than a disease.
Certain medications (especially long-term corticosteroids), excess weight gain, underlying medical conditions, hormonal imbalances (especially excess cortisol in Cushing's syndrome), poor posture, osteoporosis, and genetics.
Buffalo hump removal is a cosmetic surgical procedure aimed at reducing the fatty tissue. It is often performed using a liposuction technique to eliminate the excess fat.
Yes — Renuvion skin tightening can be added at the same time. This helps with long-term skin retraction after fat removal for the smoothest possible final contour.
Individuals across all demographics, but more commonly people with certain medical issues or on specific medications. Both men and women can develop one.
Buffalo hump removal improves physical silhouette and contributes to a renewed sense of self-confidence and emotional well-being — that's a primary reason patients pursue it.
Consultations with Dr. Mata are private, unhurried, and typically last 45 to 60 minutes. Your first conversation sets the foundation for everything that follows.
