Do I Need to Gain or Lose Weight Before a Brazilian Butt Lift?

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It’s always smart to be as prepared as possible when undergoing any procedure. If you’re interested in a Brazilian butt lift specifically, you’re likely curious about weight, considering this procedure involves fat transfer. A common question people interested in receiving a BBL ask is, “Do I need to gain or lose weight before a Brazilian butt lift?” The answer can be broken up into a few different parts:

Do I Need to Gain Weight to Have a BBL?

A BBL works by removing fat from one area of your body, like from around the abdomen, and then strategically inserting it into the buttocks for a rounder and plumper look. If you’re thinner, you may be worried that you don’t have enough fat for a BBL and wonder if you need to gain some weight in order to have one. We usually advise against this, as gaining weight for the sake of a BBL surgery may leave you with unsatisfying results and even increase the risk of health-related complications. In many instances, a skinny Brazilian butt lift can be performed, which harvests fat from other areas of the body such as the back, legs, and arms.

Do I Need to Lose Weight to Have a BBL?

On the flip side, you may be wondering if it’s ever necessary to lose weight before receiving a BBL. Consulting with a cosmetic surgeon to assess your specific physique and goals is the best course of action, but it’s generally recommended that you be at a healthy and stable weight. This not only minimizes the risks associated with surgery, but results may also change substantially due to weight fluctuations post-surgery.

When you turn to Tampa Surgical Arts for a Brazilian butt lift, Dr. Manik S. Bedi will sit down with you for an in-depth consultation to determine what results are realistic for you and your body. Get started by scheduling an in-person or virtual consultation!