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What Are Some Ways to Reduce Fat Absorbtion After a Brazilian Butt Lift?

asked 6 months ago by ReadyForAChange in Lawrence, KS
Latest answer by John Squires, MD
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Tags: absorption, options, reduce

I'm having surgery in May and am trying to prepare for surgery. I'm wondering what ways I can assure that as little fat will be absorbed as possible! Thanx

4 answers to What Are Some Ways to Reduce Fat Absorbtion After a Brazilian Butt Lift?

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Brazilian Butt Lift: Maximizing results, minimizing fat loss

The Brazilian butt lift is a technical procedure that when performed correctly can create a youthful, prominent, perky buttocks and a more sensual body profile. The preparation and purification of the fat, and injection technique through serial micro-fat injections will help to maximize the survival of fat and maintenance of your aesthetic results. A detailed consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon can create a detailed surgical plan to ensure that the result of the... more
John G. Apostolides, MD

La Jolla Plastic Surgeon
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BBL fat resorption

There is little evidence that fat will stay after transfer. There is also little doubt amongst those that do it that it does work. Somewhere in the middle is the truth. What I've seen is that many plastic surgeons inject fat in their practice. In fact, they all do. Some may choose not to, but if the patient asks for it, they'll proceed with warnings and no guarantees. The way you treat the fat is very important. There are many convinced that... more
Ricardo A. Meade, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

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Preventing Fat Absorbtion After Brazilian Butt Lift

After the fat is injected, there is little evidence that any specific activity will effect the outcome and prevent fat from absorbing. In this case, follow your surgeon's instructions.
Karol A. Gutowski, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Brazilian Butt Lift: Optimizing Fat Grafting Results

Optimal results in fat grafting require good technique in both harvesting the fat and injection techniques. To preserve maximal viability of the fat cells, they must be harvested in the least traumatic fashion possible. This means harvesting with low suction techniques and avoidance of ultrasonic techniques which can kill the fat cells. Multiple plane micro-grafting techniques will maximize the fat take and your results.
John Squires, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon

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