Patients are increasingly turning to cosmetic surgery to improve the shape and size of their posterior. Firm, rounded, and well-defined buttocks can create the appearance of a youthful and sexy body. Dr. Samuel M. Sohn is an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon, offering patients in Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg, Florida, the safest and most advanced techniques for improving the fullness and contour of the buttocks.
Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)
What Is A Brazilian Butt Lift?
Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a popular plastic surgery procedure during which fat cells are taken from other areas of the body using liposuction and injected into the buttocks to enhance their appearance. This procedure utilizes autologous fat transfer, also referred to as fat grafting, and it often results in less scarring compared to gluteal augmentation. Whether BBL buttock augmentation is the right option for you will depend on your specific goals.
It’s important to note that BBL requires a precise technique for collecting and preparing harvested fat cells to ensure the majority survive in their new location. Additionally, you must have enough fat for this cosmetic procedure to be effective.
Candidates For Brazilian Butt Lift
Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery is typically recommended for healthy individuals who are unhappy with the shape and size of their buttocks. Candidates for BBL surgery should have enough excess fat in other areas of the body to be harvested for the procedure. It is also important for the candidate to have realistic expectations for the outcome of the surgery.
Here are some general qualifications that a good candidate for BBL should meet:
- Be in good
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- Have enough excess fat in other areas of the body to be harvested
- Non-smoker or willing to stop smoking for a period of time before and after the surgery
- Have realistic expectations about the outcome of the surgery
- Understand the risks and benefits of the procedure
- Have a stable weight
- Have a positive attitude and be committed to following postoperative instructions
The Brazilian Butt Lift Procedure
The Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) procedure typically consists of two separate procedures that are performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. During the first procedure, fat cells will be harvested from a donor location that has excess fat, like the hips, upper arms, abdomen, thighs, or bra line with liposuction. Dr. Sohn will take your preferences into account when determining the best donor location.
The harvested fat is then purified and injected in multiple locations throughout the buttocks in tiny quantities for even distribution. The amount of fat that survives can vary, and Dr. Sohn will overfill the buttocks to account for any volume loss due to reabsorption. The injected fat that survives should be permanent.
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Recovery After Brazilian Butt Lift
Recovery from BBL surgery can vary from patient to patient and each unique treatment plan. Some soreness can be expected at the surgical site, but discomfort is typically minimal. More noticeable tenderness, swelling, and bruising may occur where liposuction was used to harvest fat. Prescription medication will be provided to manage any discomfort. It’s important to take at least 5-7 days off work so you can relax and recover at home and avoid strenuous activity for at least 3 weeks. Sitting directly on the buttocks should be
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for at least 2 months to prevent loss of volume and altering the buttocks’ newly contoured shape. You will wear compression garments for 24 hours a day for roughly 6 weeks to enhance the results of the surgery and reduce swelling.
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Dr Sohn is the best!!! He did the most amazing job on my BBL. I get compliments left and right and definitely exceeded my expectations. He definitely knows how to shape your body for the most perfect shape! The pain after the treatment is worth it! I stayed off my butt for 8 weeks!! No sitting or laying on it at all! I was in pain for about 3 weeks.
Brazilian Butt Lift Results
The final results of a Brazilian Butt Lift are usually visible after 6 months once all the swelling has subsided. In general, patients will have rounder, firmer, more lifted, and younger-looking buttocks after BBL surgery. Although the procedure is permanent, weight fluctuations can have an impact on the results, so it is important to maintain a healthy diet and weight for long-term outcomes.
Why Choose Samuel Sohn for Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)?
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Dr. Samuel M. Sohn is an experienced plastic surgeon, offering patients the safest and most advanced techniques for improving the fullness and contour of the buttocks.
FAQs About Brazilian Butt Lift
Any surgical procedure results in a scar, but the incisions for a Brazilian Butt Lift are minimal and strategically placed in areas where they can be easily hidden by the natural folds of the body.
After a Brazilian Butt Lift, you’ll need to avoid putting any pressure on the transplanted fat or implants in the buttocks. This includes sleeping on your back in addition to avoiding sitting for approximately 8 weeks post-surgery.
Fat can be harvested from multiple parts of the body, with the abdomen, waist, lower back, love handles, hips and thighs being the most common areas.
Like any surgical procedure, Brazilian Butt Lift surgery carries some risks. Some of the potential complications include anesthesia risks,
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, hematoma, or seroma (accumulation of blood or fluid), blood clots, fat or skin necrosis, numbness or tingling in the area, changes in skin sensation, fat embolism, scarring, and loss of volume over time. Dr. Sohn will make sure you understand these potential complications prior to the surgery to ensure that you fully understand the risks and benefits of the BBL procedure.
Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) and gluteal augmentation with implants are both surgical procedures that aim to enhance the shape and size of the buttocks. However, the main difference between the two procedures is the way in which they achieve this enhancement.
BBL is an implant-free procedure that utilizes the patient’s own fat cells, which are harvested from other areas of the body (such as the abdomen, hips, or thighs) using liposuction. The harvested fat is then processed and injected into the buttocks to enhance their shape and size. BBL is known to give a more natural-looking result as the transferred fat is the patient’s own tissue.
On the other hand, gluteal augmentation with butt implants uses silicone implants to enhance the buttocks. The implants are inserted into the buttocks through incisions in the skin and are positioned in the gluteal muscle. This procedure is generally considered to be more invasive and it can result in more scarring than BBL.
Both procedures have their own advantages and disadvantages and it is important for the patient to discuss with the surgeon and understand which procedure is best suited for their individual needs and goals.
The cost of a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) can vary depending on several factors, including the amount of fat that will be harvested and the amount of fat that will be transferred to the buttocks. The best way to determine the exact pricing is to schedule a consultation.
Yes, many patients choose to combine BBL surgery with other cosmetic surgery procedures such as tummy tuck or breast augmentation.
Schedule A Consultation For Brazilian Butt Lift
If you want to learn more about Brazilian Butt Lift and how our Dr. Sohn can help you reach your cosmetic goals, please contact us today. Our team will be happy to answer any questions you have and schedule a personal consultation for you.
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2ASPS. What should I expect during my buttock enhancement recovery? Available: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/buttock-enhancement/recovery. Accessed January 23, 2023.
3Cleveland Clinic. Brazilian Butt Lift. Available: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/23308-brazilian-butt-lift. Accessed January 23, 2023.
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