Why do I have cellulite at the back of my legs after a butt fat transfer?

Hi there-
It is very unlikely that the appearance of cellulite was caused by the surgery, as the procedure you had involved ADDING fat to the area, so that if anything the appearance of dimples should have diminished...
Because cellulite is fundamentally a skin issue, it is most likely that you had the cellulite before the operation, but because you never spent as much time scrutinizing your behind before surgery as you do now (human nature, of course), you simply weren't as aware of the problem as you are now.

A good candidate has enough fat available for transfer in the procedure. The amount of fat that can be transferred in a BBL depends on how much fat the patient has to harvest and the amount of space there is to move the fat into. It is recommended for the patient to have a BMI of 30 or less. If you are too thin, a Brazilian Butt Lift may not be possible.

The two are unrelated.  Butt lift involves remove fat from different areas of your body and then injecting the fat into the gluteal area.  It should not affect the back of your legs.  It is possible that they were there but went unnoticed.

 

I need to review the photos to answer the question better. Please follow up with your doctor as these issues require the attention of a plastic surgeon.

After a Brazilian Butt lift, it is very common to have swelling and edema. In some patients this swelling will continue to settle and often moves into the thighs and lower extremities. The most important thing is to wear a garment that is applying even compressive pressure to the areas that received liposuction and is not applying pressure to the areas that the new fat grafts.

Be sure to follow up with your plastic surgeon regarding these new concerns. If you notice any swelling in your legs after surgery let them know as soon as possible so that they can make sure it is not something more dangerous

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Liposuction and Fat Grafting don't cause Cellulite. However, liposuction, if poorly done, can cause skin dimpling. Another possibility is that you might still be swollen. This might be exacerbaiting the pre-existing Cellulite and making it more difficult for you to get rid of.

The irregularities you are seeing after the liposuction and fat transfer is probably due to excessive liposuction and canula marks, because liposuction and fat transfer do not cause cellulite.
Before and after pictures may help in the proper diagnosis.