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What's the difference between a BBL and butt augmentation?

Whats th he difference between Brazilian butt lift as nd butt augmentation?

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You are a very good candidate for the Brazilian buttlift.   You must realize that liposuction and BBL results are extremely surgeon and effort dependent. Find an expert in BBLs with great reviews and great before and after pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

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Immediately after the BBL procedure, there is some fat loss, which is why plastic surgeons inject extra fat in anticipation of this loss. After that period of time (usually a couple of months), the fat that remains is permanent and will not go away.

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Can a fat transfer be used to make my hips and buttocks WIDER ?

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Absolutely.  The procedure is very powerful in the right hands.  Pictures or an exam would be necessary to help evaluate your candidacy. Find an expert in BBLs with great reviews and great before and after pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

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