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Brazilian Buttock Lifts (BBL)

A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a procedure that uses your own fat to enhance the size, shape, and contour of your buttocks. During the surgery, liposuction is performed to remove fat from areas such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, or love handles. The fat is then purified and strategically injected into the buttocks to create a fuller, more sculpted look.

This technique is completely natural, avoiding the use of implants and reducing the risk of rejection or implant-related complications. An added benefit is that the areas where fat is removed are slimmer, helping to improve the overall balance and proportions of your body.

What is an Brazilian Buttock Lift?

Also known as a BBL.

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Why get a Brazilian Buttock Lift?

  • A BBL adds fullness, roundness, and projection to create a curvier, more lifted silhouette.

  • The procedure uses fat from your own body (typically from the abdomen, thighs, or flanks) for a natural look and feel without implants.

  • The liposuction performed to harvest fat also contours areas like the waist, stomach, or thighs, enhancing your overall body shape.

  • A BBL can create a more balanced, hourglass figure, helping many patients feel more confident in and out of clothing.

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The Procedure

Here’s what you can expect during your Brazilian Buttock Lift procedure.

    • You’ll be placed under general anesthesia for your safety and comfort.

    • Dr. Gupta will mark the areas for liposuction (commonly abdomen, flanks, lower back, or thighs) and the injection zones on the buttocks to create a flattering, balanced shape.

    • Dr. Gupta uses gentle liposuction techniques to remove excess fat from the marked areas.

    • This not only slims down the surrounding areas but also collects the fat needed for transfer.

    • The harvested fat is carefully filtered and purified to separate healthy fat cells from excess fluids or damaged tissue.

    • Only the highest-quality fat is used for transfer to ensure optimal survival and natural-looking results.

    • Dr. Gupta strategically injects the purified fat into various layers of the buttocks and hips to enhance shape, projection, and symmetry.

    • This process is done in small amounts and layers to improve fat survival and smooth contouring.

    • Tiny liposuction incisions are closed with fine sutures or left open for natural drainage.

    • You will be placed in a custom compression garment that supports healing, reduces swelling, and helps shape your new curves.

    • BBL is an outpatient procedure, and you'll return home the same day.

    • You must avoid sitting or lying directly on your buttocks for at least 2 weeks to protect the newly transferred fat.

    • Swelling is expected, and results continue to improve over 3–6 months as the fat settles and the body heals.

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 FAQs

  • The results of a BBL can be long-lasting. After the initial swelling subsides and your body absorbs some of the transferred fat, the fat that “takes” becomes permanent. With proper care and weight maintenance, results can last for many years.

  • Yes, significant weight loss can reduce the size of your buttocks since the fat cells transferred during a BBL behave like fat anywhere else on your body. To maintain your results, it’s important to stay at a stable, healthy weight.

  • When performed by a board-certified and experienced plastic surgeon like Dr. Gupta, a BBL is generally safe. However, it is a complex procedure with risks, especially if fat is injected too deeply. Dr. Gupta uses advanced, ultrasound-guided techniques to enhance both safety and precision.

  • You’ll need to avoid sitting or lying directly on your buttocks for at least 2–3 weeks. A special BBL pillow may be used to offload pressure. Swelling, bruising, and soreness are expected for the first few weeks, and most patients return to light activity within 1–2 weeks.

    • You will need to keep pressure off the buttocks for 6 weeks after surgery. This is necessary to ensure that all of the fat which is transferred survives.

    • There are special pillows and positioning cushions which can be purchased to help you remain comfortable while you recovery.

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