BBL after circumferential tummy tuck? (Photo)

Question

I had a circumferential tummy tuck in 2007. My weight has fluctuated since, but I was never fully happy with how it left my butt and flanks. My buttocks are completely flat and my flanks protrude. I am curious if a bbl or fat transfer is even ideal for me. I know I'll need an in person exam, but I am curious if it is even a possibility for me since I have such a large scar across the top of my buttocks??

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Ideal candidates are at a stable weight,  in good health , and have excess fat in some parts of the body and too little in other regions.  Gaining weight before the procedure is to no advantage and when you lose weight again the fat cells will shrink just like the donor site fat cells.  Typically, the transferred fat results in a significant increase in volume of the body site being treated.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and picture and it looks like you would be a great candidate for liposuction of your front, sides, back and bra roll and transfer to buttocks for a nice contour and great result! Consult with a board certified PS best of luck!

Israel Manon, MD · Answer

Hello
Based on your pictures you are a great candidate for a 
Brazilian Butt Lift, this procedure includes liposuction on certain 
areas of your body mainly to address to obtain the best results 
possible. In your personal case liposuction may be on your back, flanks 
and stomach to give you better contouring around the waist.

I recommend you to consult a plastic surgeon and coordinate with him or her which procedures will fit your needs.
Regards
Dr. Israel Mañon
Certified Plastic Surgeon

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello 
  
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.  
  
Based on your pictures you are a good candidate for 
BBL and you will get amazing results.
 The fat transfer, often called Brazilian butt lift has become 
extremely popular because it allows your plastic surgeon to transform 
your entire shape. You improve your waist, hips and of course your 
buttock, to give you a beautiful heart shape.
In order to have this procedure done is necessary an evaluation to 
determinate your heath condition and  the areas that will be liposuctioned and discuss the amount 
of fat that will be harvested depending your fat deposits. 
I recommend you to make an appointment with a board plastic surgeon 
for a good evaluation and to talk about your goals and discuss the 
amount of fat that will be transferred.  
  
Good luck :)

Ron Hazani, MD, FACS · Answer

I would recommend an in person consultation to assess how much fat is available for the transfer and discuss your expectations. This procedure will help you achieve a more contoured and hourglass shape. Seek a plastic surgeon who performs many of these procedures, has great reviews and photos, and is an expert in this field.

Nicholas A. Flugstad, MD · Answer

This depends on the amount of fat present for transfer. From your photos, it appears you have enough, and with thorough liposuction of your hip/flank area, your shape could be improved significantly. For those that need both procedures (lift and augmentation of buttocks), those can often be combined at the same procedure as well.

M. Jude LaBarbera, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and pictures.  In my opinion, you would be able to obtain a good result with a BBL.  A large potion of that procedure is about the thorough liposuction of the flanks and back (+/- the abdomen).  Even though your scar is along the upper part of your butt, I think you would be quite satisfied with the result.  Best of luck.

C. Bob Basu, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

For many of my patients opting for a body lift, I routinely perform buttock auto-augmentation to enhance the volume in the buttock region that was lost with weight loss.  Essentially, I take the tissue that is normally thrown away in a body lift, keep that excess tissue attached to your blood supply, and use that tissue as your own tissue "implant" to augment the volume in your buttock that weight loss took away.   If you have excess skin and fat in your flanks, you may be a candidate for this.  The other alternative would be to consider you for the BBL procedure (fat grafting).  However, I'm assuming you are a weight loss patient.  You may not have enough residual fat to be a good candidate for the BBL.  Hence, its critical for an in-person consultation to learn more about your options.  Best wishes,
Dr. BasuHouston, TX

Brian Kubiak, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  You can safely undergo a Brazilian Butt Lift after a circumferential tummy tuck.  The liposuction will improve the shape of your flanks which you are displeased with.  The fat injection will then improve the shape of you buttocks.  Unfortunately, the scar poses a significant challenge which could potentially compromise the ultimate shape.  As you mentioned, an exam will be needed to determine what will be possible surgically.  I recommend finding an plastic surgeon experienced with BBL surgery.  Best of luck.

Kemil Issa, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello.
Thank you for your question,.
Based on your pictures you may be a  good candidate for BBL, it seems
 you
 have  fat on your 
back , flanks and stomach to perform the  Brazilian butt lift. 
Aggressive
 liposuction may be needed to obtain the results you are looking. Also 
is important to mention that you will have flaccidity on the stomach 
because as you mentioned tummy tuck is needed to optimize results.  I 
would 
recommend you a consultation with a  certified plastic surgeon to 
discuss the best options for you. 
Regards.
Dr. Kemil Issa,  Certified Plastic Surgeon

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