A few decades ago, the term ‘Brazilian butt lift’ meant nothing to a majority of the population. Fast forward to today, where more people not only know what Brazilian butt lifts are but are choosing to undergo these procedures themselves. Whatever side of the spectrum you’re on, you may be on the hunt for as much information as possible about BBLs. As a state-of-the-art clinic that offers Brazilian butt lifts in the Tampa Bay area, Tampa Surgical Arts has compiled some of the most important information about these procedures in this ultimate guide.
Brazilian Butt Lift Basics
Let’s start with the basic details of Brazilian butt lifts. The concept of butt enhancement is nothing new; implants were first introduced around 1969. However, a search for a more natural-looking, organic approach led to the development of the Brazilian butt lift. Despite the name, a BBL isn’t technically a lift; it involves plumping up the buttocks all around, similar to filling up a balloon. This is done by having a certified cosmetic surgeon harvest fat from other parts of the body, such as the stomach, love handles, or back, and injecting it into the buttocks.
Different Types of Brazilian Butt Lifts
As Brazilian butt lifts have grown in popularity, different variations of the procedure have been developed. Here are just a few common ones:
- Traditional BBL – This is the blueprint for Brazilian butt lifts. With this method, fat is removed from other areas of the body, such as the stomach and hips (commonly referred to as ‘love handles’), and injected into the buttocks.
- Skinny BBL – Fat may need to be harvested from different parts of the body when the patient is thinner or has a lower BMI. Surgeons may remove fat from areas like the thighs or the back.
- BBL with Sculptra – Instead of harvested fat being inserted into the buttocks, this approach involves injecting a filler called Sculptra. Sculptra is a unique kind of filler that injects poly-L-lactic acid into the dermal layers of the skin and promotes collagen production.
Recovery After the Procedure
The good news is that since a Brazilian butt lift is minimally invasive, recovery is fairly easy and straightforward. After the procedure, you may experience pain, bruising, and swelling in the areas where the fat was harvested and in the parts of the buttocks where it was injected. This discomfort shouldn’t be too bad and can usually be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen. While most people return to work or school after a few days, you’ll want to take it easy for two to four weeks, avoid sitting directly on your buttocks, and wear compression garments.
Long-Term Effects
Since a Brazilian butt lift is an organic procedure that uses your own fat, the result is fairly permanent. However, the effect it has on the buttocks will partly depend on how well you follow your recovery instructions. The better you’re able to follow your post-procedural care directions, the better expectations you can have for the best, longest-lasting outcome.
While this guide covers many important aspects of the Brazilian butt lift, you can discuss all of the details with Dr. Manik S. Bedi at Tampa Surgical Arts. As a triple-board-certified cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Bedi has performed numerous Brazilian butt lift procedures and he would be happy to sit down with you to determine which option is best for you. Schedule a consultation to take place in person at our state-of-the-art facility or virtually.
