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Enhance Your Curves with Precision and Care
At Salinas Valley Plastic Surgery, we understand the importance of confidence in your appearance. The Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is one of our most sought-after procedures, designed to enhance the shape and fullness of your buttocks using your body’s natural fat. Fat is usually obtained from your abdomen, back, flanks (love-handles) and lateral chest.
What is a Brazilian Butt Lift?
A Brazilian Butt Lift is a specialized fat transfer procedure that augments the size and shape of the buttocks without implants. This procedure involves liposuction to remove fat from areas like the abdomen, flanks, thighs, or back. The harvested fat is then purified and strategically injected into the buttocks to create a fuller, more contoured look.
Who is a Good Candidate?
BBL is ideal for individuals who:
- Desire fuller, more shapely buttocks.
- Have sufficient fat stores in other areas of the body for liposuction.
- Are in good overall health with a stable weight.
- Have realistic expectations about the outcome.
- Do not have a history of significant weight fluctuations.
Your Consultation
- You will undergo a physical examination during your consultation, which includes your buttocks, as well as fat donor areas like your abdomen, hips, and thighs.
- Photographs may be taken for before-and-after purposes. You will also go over your aesthetic goals for the Brazilian butt lift procedure, including the desired look of the donor areas after liposuction.
- A review of your medical history will be conducted to assess any risk factors. You will be asked about past surgeries and current medications, along with any allergies and pre-existing medical conditions. Additional laboratory tests may be requested to ensure the success and safety of your procedure.
- Your surgeon will tell you about the Brazilian butt lift process so that you know exactly what to expect every step of the way.
- Asking questions about the procedure during the consultation is highly advised. This includes topics like preparation, recovery, and the cost of the procedure.
- If there are any concerns regarding the Brazilian butt lift, this would be the perfect time to bring them up.
The Procedure: Safe and Effective with Ultrasound Guidance
Safety and precision are our top priorities. That’s why we utilize advanced ultrasound-guided fat injections during the BBL procedure. This technique offers several advantages:
- Enhanced Precision: Ultrasound guidance allows us to visualize the underlying structures in real-time, ensuring that the fat is injected at the correct depth and in the optimal location.
- Minimized Risk: By accurately targeting the fat injections, we reduce the risk of complications, such as fat embolism, which can occur if fat is injected into the bloodstream. This happens when surgeons inadvertently inject fat into the muscle, which is where all the large blood vessels are located.
- Improved Outcomes: The precise placement of fat cells increases the likelihood of fat survival and leads to more natural-looking, long-lasting results. The optimal location is in the deeper layer of fat. If fat is injected mostly in the shallow layer of fat, the results are not as good.
Video of fat being injected safely into the deep fat layer but not in the superficial fat.
The video shows the bright-silver canula being withdrawn as fat is being injected.
Postoperative Care: Your Recovery Matters
Proper postoperative care is crucial for achieving the best results from your BBL. Here’s what you can expect after your procedure:
- Initial Recovery: You’ll need to try and avoid sitting on a hard surface or lying directly on your buttocks anywhere other than a very soft bed for at least 2 weeks. Most patients sleep on their stomach or their sides. This helps ensure that the newly transferred fat cells establish a healthy blood supply.
- Compression Garment: Wearing a compression garment is essential to reduce swelling and help your body adjust to its new contours. You’ll need to wear this garment for about 6-8 weeks. Lymphatic massages, while not harmful, can be expensive and may not help very much.
- Fat Absorption: Your body will reabsorb some of the fat injected into your buttocks. However, most of it will remain, giving your buttocks a firmer look and improved volume.
- Activity Restrictions: Light walking is encouraged soon after surgery to promote circulation, but you should avoid strenuous activities, including heavy lifting or intense workouts, for at least 6 weeks. If a BBL is combined with a tummy tuck, blood thinners may be necessary after surgery for 10-14 days to help avoid blood clots.
- Follow-Up Appointments: We’ll schedule regular follow-up visits to monitor your progress and address any concerns. These appointments are crucial to ensure that your recovery is on track and that you’re satisfied with your results.
Achieve Your Desired Look with Confidence
- Choosing the right surgeon for your BBL is the first step towards achieving your dream body. At Salinas Valley Plastic Surgery, Dr. Romans and Dr. Silk are committed to providing the highest level of care and the most advanced techniques to help you achieve the results you desire.
- The cost of Brazilian butt lift surgery depends on the client-centered plan developed by Dr. Romans and Dr. Silk to address your concerns. Many times, a tummy tuck will be necessary at the same time as the BBL to achieve the desired outcome. The overall price will include the anesthesia, the cost of the Surgery Center, as well as the Surgical Fees for the recommended surgical procedures.
- If you’re considering a Brazilian Butt Lift, we invite you to schedule a consultation with us. Together, we’ll discuss your goals and create a personalized plan that aligns with your vision.
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