Brazilian Butt Lift
Use your body’s natural fat to sculpt and lift your buttocks for a balanced, voluptuous look.
Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)
A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a cosmetic surgical procedure that enhances the size, shape, and contour of the buttocks using fat transfer from other areas of the body. Unlike implants, a BBL provides a natural look and feel by using the patient’s own fat.
What a BBL Can Achieve
- Increases buttock size and projection.
- Improves waist-to-hip ratio by removing fat from the abdomen, flanks, or thighs.
- Provides a natural feel (no implants).
- Long-lasting results when maintained with a stable weight.
Who is a Good Candidate?
- Individuals with enough fat deposits for transfer (abdomen, flanks, thighs, back).
- Those seeking a more sculpted, curvier lower body.
- People with good skin elasticity for smooth results.
- Not ideal for very thin individuals (may require a Skinny BBL).
Recovery Timeline
- Swelling and bruising for the first 2-3 weeks.
- No sitting or lying on the buttocks for 2-3 weeks (use a BBL pillow).
- Most patients return to light activities within 1-2 weeks.
- Final results take 3-6 months as swelling subsides and fat stabilizes.
Procedure Overview
- Performed under general anesthesia.
- Liposuction removes fat from areas like the abdomen, flanks, thighs, or lower back.
- The fat is purified and processed before injection.
- The fat is strategically injected into the buttocks for a natural, lifted shape.
- The procedure takes 2-4 hours.
- Incisions are closed with sutures, and a compression garment is worn to aid healing.
Three key benefits of Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)
Natural-looking enhancement
Uses your own purified fat to add volume and shape—no implants—so results look and feel soft and natural.
Hourglass sculpting
Liposuction from the waist, abdomen, flanks, and back slims the torso while fat is transferred to the buttocks and hips for a balanced, hourglass silhouette.
Minimal scarring, customizable shape
Performed through tiny incisions with projection and curve tailored to your goals—subtle lift to fuller curves.
Natural-looking enhancement
Uses your own purified fat to add volume and shape—no implants—so results look and feel soft and natural.
Hourglass sculpting
Liposuction from the waist, abdomen, flanks, and back slims the torso while fat is transferred to the buttocks and hips for a balanced, hourglass silhouette.
Minimal scarring, customizable shape
Performed through tiny incisions with projection and curve tailored to your goals—subtle lift to fuller curves.
FAQ'S
Who is a good candidate for a BBL?
Adults at a stable, healthy weight with enough donor fat for transfer, good skin quality, and realistic expectations. Nonsmokers (or willing to stop) do best. Very thin patients may need to gain a small amount of weight or consider alternatives if donor fat is limited.
Is a BBL safe?
When performed by an experienced, board-certified surgeon using strict safety protocols—including injecting only in the subcutaneous plane and avoiding deep muscle—the procedure is considered safe. As with any surgery, risks include infection, contour irregularity, and, rarely, fat embolism. Your surgeon will review how risks are minimized in your case.
What is recovery like and when can I sit?
Expect bruising and swelling for 1–2 weeks. Most patients return to desk work in 7–10 days using a BBL pillow or side-lying. Avoid direct pressure on the buttocks for 2–3 weeks (some patients are advised 4 weeks), wear a compression garment for 6–8 weeks, and resume vigorous exercise around 4–6 weeks, per surgeon guidance.
How long do results last and how much fat survives?
Typically 60–80% of transferred fat survives long-term. The final shape settles by 3–6 months. Once established, grafted fat behaves like your own—so weight stability helps maintain your results.
Can a BBL be combined with other procedures?
Yes. It’s commonly paired with Lipo 360 to contour the torso and harvest fat. Combinations with tummy tuck or other surgeries may be staged for safety depending on operative time and your health profile. Your surgeon will recommend the best plan for your goals.
