Genetics, aging, and weight fluctuations can all influence body contours over time. When diet and exercise alone can’t achieve your desired shape, a Brazilian butt lift can enhance your natural curves and create a more balanced silhouette.
A Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is a fat transfer procedure designed to enhance the size, shape, and overall contour of the buttocks using a patient’s own fat. During the procedure, excess fat is removed through liposuction from areas such as the abdomen, flanks, hips, thighs, or lower back. The purified fat is then strategically injected into the buttocks to create a fuller, rounder, and more balanced appearance.
Because the procedure combines liposuction with fat transfer, a BBL can improve body contours in multiple areas while enhancing the shape and projection of the buttocks. It is often a good option for patients who desire more volume or definition despite maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Enhanced curves and projection
Improved lower body contours
Reduction of stubborn fat pockets
More balanced body proportions
Better-fitting clothing
Boosted self-esteem and body image
Good overall health
Stable weight before and after surgery
Realistic expectations about the procedure
Desire for buttocks augmentation without implants
Sufficient excess fat available for transfer
See what’s possible in our before-and-after photo gallery.
During your consultation, the plastic surgeon will evaluate your buttocks, review your medical history, discuss your overall health, and learn more about your aesthetic goals. Based on this information, they will determine whether you are a good candidate for a Brazilian butt lift and develop a personalized treatment plan. Your surgeon will also discuss expected results, recovery, and any questions or concerns you may have.
The procedure begins with anesthesia to ensure patient comfort. Liposuction is then performed to remove excess fat from donor areas such as the abdomen, flanks, hips, thighs, or lower back. The harvested fat is carefully purified and prepared for transfer.
Once the fat has been processed, the surgeon strategically injects it into the buttocks to enhance volume, shape, and overall contour. After the desired results have been achieved, the small incisions are closed, and the patient is moved to recovery.
Following your surgeon’s post-operative instructions is essential for achieving the best possible results. While recovery varies from patient to patient, most individuals can resume light activities within one week and return to work within 10 to 14 days.
Patients should avoid strenuous exercise and other activities that could interfere with healing until cleared by their surgeon. Wearing compression garments as directed can help minimize swelling and support the body’s new contours throughout the recovery process.
The cost varies based on your unique needs and personalized treatment plan. A Brazilian butt lift starts at $10,000. You will receive a detailed cost estimate at your consultation.
Preparation involves avoiding smoking, maintaining a balanced diet, and arranging post-surgery support. Your surgeon will provide comprehensive guidelines during the consultation.
A Brazilian butt lift is a type of butt augmentation that uses your own fat to enhance the size and shape of the buttocks. The procedure combines liposuction with fat transfer, allowing the surgeon to contour other areas of the body while adding volume to the buttocks. Butt augmentation is a broader term that may also refer to procedures that use implants rather than fat transfer.
You will notice an immediate improvement in the shape and volume of your buttocks following surgery, though swelling may temporarily affect your appearance. As swelling subsides and the transferred fat stabilizes, most patients can expect to see their final results within approximately six months.
