Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is a cosmetic procedure that transfers fat from different parts of the body into the buttocks to create more fullness in your backside. During a BBL the size and shape of your butt increases while removing fat from other areas of your body. Candidates should be in good physical and mental health and have realistic expectations.
What is a Brazilian butt lift?
A Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is a cosmetic procedure used to improve the way your buttocks look as well as remove fat from other parts of your body with liposuction. These transferred fat are from your belly, hips, lower back, or thighs. The result of a BBL is more of an hourglass-shaped figure, with larger buttocks. You should keep in mind that a BBL is not actually a “lift” because it doesn’t try to raise your buttocks, but instead increases volume. It can also give you a smaller-looking waist if the fat comes from your belly or lower back.
Who’s a good candidate for Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)?
Someone with generally good health
Those with extra fat which can be transferred to the buttocks
Someone seeking larger, rounder-looking buttocks
Willing to avoid sitting on your butt for several weeks after surgery
Willing to avoid sleeping on your back for several weeks after surgery
Brazilian butt-lift procedure
A Brazilian butt lift is performed under anesthesia, but in case a small volume of fat is transferred, it can be done with only local anesthesia. The procedure begins with your surgeon using liposuction to remove fat from other areas of your body, such as the hips, stomach, and thighs. For liposuction incisions are made in the skin then fat is removed using a tube. The fat stores that have just been removed from your body are purified and readied for injection into your buttocks. Your BBL is finished when your surgeon injects the processed fat into specific areas of your buttocks, creating a rounded look. Usually, three to five incisions are made around the buttocks for fat transfers. Stitches are used to close incisions of both liposuction and fat transfer. Your surgeon then applies a compression garment against the affected areas of your skin to minimize your risk of bleeding.
Brazilian butt-lift Side Effects
Compared to other buttock surgeries such as silicone buttock implants, a Brazilian butt lift carries fewer risks. Side effects of a Brazilian butt lift include:
Infection
Scarring
Pain
Lumps under the skin in the areas suctioned or injected
Loss of skin in the treated areas due to deep infection
Fat embolism in the heart or lungs, which can be deadly
Another known side effect of a BBL is the failure of your buttocks to take up the grafted fat stores. Since certain amounts of the injected fat are broken down and absorbed by the body, you may need an additional one or two procedures.
The Deadliest Plastic Surgery
The mortality rate from BBL is estimated to be as high as one in 3,000. This is the greatest in any cosmetic surgery. The leading cause of death from a BBL is a fat embolism.
Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) Recovery
It’s important to follow your surgeon’s instructions closely after getting a BBL. If you don't, you risk killing the transferred fat cells; as your body will absorb 20% to 40% of the injected fat as it heals.
Directly after surgery, you may experience bruising and swelling in the area of liposuction, and you may find it hard to move around for the first few days after the surgery. You may also notice some bloody fluid leaking from the cuts your surgeon made. This is normal. Your level of pain following surgery should ease up after 1 to 2 weeks. Patients will need to wear compression garments for 8 weeks following their surgery. The garment prevents pressure on the newly inserted fat cells. You should also make sure to avoid sitting on your butt for at least 2 weeks, maybe even up to 8 weeks. Sitting on your butt can kill the fat cells or leave indentations, leading to a less-than-desirable outcome.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), also known as gluteal fat grafting, is a popular cosmetic procedure designed to enhance the shape and size of the buttocks. It involves the use of liposuction to remove excess fat from certain areas of the body, which is then processed and injected into the buttocks for augmentation. One of the key advantages of the BBL is that it utilizes the patient's own fat, making it a safe and natural alternative to buttock implants. However, despite its popularity, it holds the highest mortality rate among cosmetic surgeries due to the risk of fat embolism. Therefore, it is crucial for individuals considering this procedure to consult with a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon to discuss their goals and determine if they are suitable candidates.
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