By now, you’ve probably heard about the Brazilian butt lift—commonly shortened to “BBL.“ This procedure, which includes harvesting fat from other parts of the body and injecting it into the buttocks, has grown increasingly popular in recent years—and now you may even be considering undergoing a BBL yourself. This likely means that you’re researching all of the details of Brazilian butt lifts, including the pros and cons. Here are some of the more common ones:
Pro: A BBL Uses Your Own Fat
A Brazilian butt lift is certainly a more natural cosmetic procedure, as it involves harvesting your own fat from other parts of your body and injecting it into your buttocks. Not only does this provide a more natural enhanced look, but it makes many people feel more comfortable compared to butt implants, which involve having foreign objects in the body.
Con: It Is Surgery
Brazilian butt lifts are minimally invasive, but they are still considered surgery. Some people may be uncomfortable with undergoing any type of procedure, as all surgeries, whether elective or necessary, carry risks.
Pro: It Helps Your Whole Silhouette
For a BBL, fat is removed from other parts of the body through liposuction—typically the abdomen and hips, or “love handles.” Removing fat from this area of the body and injecting it into the buttocks can help you achieve a silhouette closer to the sought-after hourglass shape.
Con: Weight Restrictions
Not everyone is a perfect candidate for a Brazilian butt lift. Since fat needs to be taken from other parts of the body, slimmer patients may not have enough for this procedure. In some cases, a skinny Brazilian butt lift can be performed, which involves harvesting fat from other areas of the body like the legs or back.
See Dr. Bedi for a Brazilian Butt Lift
The best way to weigh your options and the pros and cons of a Brazilian butt lift is by talking to a knowledgeable and experienced cosmetic surgeon, like Dr. Manik S. Bedi of Tampa Surgical Arts. Dr. Bedi is a triple-board-certified cosmetic surgeon who has extensive experience performing BBLs. In fact, we even offer several types of BBL procedures at Tampa Surgical Arts, including skinny Brazilian butt lifts and fillers like Sculptra and Radiesse.
You can sit down with Dr. Bedi for an in-person or virtual consultation to discuss all of the advantages and disadvantages of Brazilian butt lifts and determine if you’re the right candidate for this procedure. He’ll take your goals into consideration and listen to any concerns you have, then use all of this feedback to recommend the right BBL surgery.
When it comes to the actual procedure, you can feel confident that you’ll be in the best hands with Dr. Bedi and the whole Tampa Surgical Arts team. Not only will Dr. Bedi put his expertise to work while performing your procedure, but we’ll put your comfort first, walking you through every step of the process and even making you a post-op smoothie in the flavor of your choice. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and get started on your BBL journey!
