Will pregnancy post BBL ruin my results?

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I am looking to get a BBL soon, but I’m certain that I would like to have at least one more child. Can getting pregnant after having a surgery such as a bbl potentially ruin the results?

Ross Blagg, MD · Answer

Hello,
Your body will change with pregnancy. It's difficult to say if it will 'ruin' your result as everyone reacts differently to pregnancy. 
All the best,
Dr. Blagg
Austin, TX

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The fat transferred to the butt will be affected by the total body fat percentage, and the buttock will likely get larger with pregnancy and decrease in size with weight loss.  The shift in fat distribution is permanent and will be apparent even during pregnancy and after.  However, if you go through a pregnancy, the skin will lose some of that elasticity.  This loss of elasticity will occur whether you have the liposuction or not.  Very few women have good skin after pregnancy, but you may be one of the lucky ones. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Donovan Rosas, MD · Answer

When considering the timing of cosmetic surgery, it is important to note that the longevity of the result is dependent upon your post op stability. Significant changes in weight can alter results. These changes are difficult to predict but they may require revisionary surgery.
Thus, when considering pre-pregnancy surgery one must be comfortable with the prospect of a compromised outcome. In the case of BBL, the significant weight changes can lead to skin stretch and loss of elasticity. There is also the potential for unintended weight gain which persists post partum.
Post pregnancy is an entirely different situation. It is always best to exhibit restraint in the post-partum period. This is due to the fact that your body is changing dramatically during this period. The hormonal fluctuation can alter size and shape widely during the immediate post-partum period and can continue through the period of nursing. Body contouring during this period is the equivalent of hitting a moving target.

The optimal candidate for surgery has reached a healthy stable weight. In the setting of a recent pregnancy and delivery this stable weight can take some time to reach. A general rule of thumb is at least 6-9 months post-partum. If you choose to breast-feed through the first year of life you should allow at least three months following the discontinuation of breast-feeding before considering any procedures.
As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Sam Jejurikar, MD · Answer

I've actually seen several patients get pregnant after BBL. Most of them end up with larger buttocks than they had prior to surgery, as they end up gaining weight, allowing the transplanted fat cells to swell and giving the buttock a larger appearance. That being said, fat size is not the only determinant of your results. If you have a tight skin envelope (i.e. a butt that doesn't droop), my experience is that the butt tends to hold up very well with pregnancy. Conversely, if you have a loose skin envelope (a saggy butt), your butt may end up larger but saggier after pregnancy.Hope this helps! Sam Jejurikar, MD

Israel Manon, MD · Answer

Hello,
As long as you have a healthy weight and the conditions to proceed with the surgery you will have good results. For optimal results coordinate a visit with a certified plastic surgeon.
Regards
Dr. Israel Mañon
Certified Plastic Surgeon

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!   Thanks for the question and provided information as well.    This will depend on how much weight you gain during the pregnancy, most of the time the buttocks get larger.I recommend you to make an appointment with a board plastic surgeon for a good evaluation and to talk about your goals.   Good luck :)

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

A BBl would not be "ruined" by pregnancy, but the abdomen will likely change from the stretching. ...

Adolfo Sesto, MD · Answer

No if its only Lipo and BBL pregnancy will not damage you results but your body contour will experiment changes while pregnant.
Member of the American  Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

Will pregnancy post BBL ruin my results?

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