Planning on getting a BBL. Should I gain weight up to 175 or 180 lbs to get enough for my butt and hips?

Hi. It’s hard to answer without photos. I still I really like this question though, and the answer really depends on what you are looking for. If you want a huge butt then you might need to gain some fat and then hope it goes to areas that can actually be lipoed. If you don’t want huge results, you probably have enough fat as it is and there is no need to gain weight. Sometimes we can achieve great results with smaller patients!
The best weight for a BBL is a stable weight. Understand that BBL results can vary with weight gain or weight loss after surgery as well. So if you gain weight before the procedure, make sure to keep the weight after, in order to keep the results.
Moreover, if you eventually feel you need a bigger butt, you can actually try to gain a little weight after surgery. Most of it will probably go to your butt. This is becase after liposuction, the body gains weight differently and it will gain weight easier on places that have not been lipoed and especially in places where fat was grafted.

Best of luck,
Dr. Miguel Mota

Thank you for your question. To provide a valid medical opinion I will need to see pictures of you body from different angles. I would suggest to be treated by board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results.

Respectfully,
Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Thank you for your question. It is difficult to provide a proper evaluation without any pictures. I suggest uploading pictures of your front, side and back to provide proper advice. Always consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Take care, Moises Salama MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon