Is it ok for an obese person to get a brazilian butt lift?

A bit of weight loss prior to surgery will probably yield a better result, but pictures or an exam would be helpful.  I
would search for the board certified plastic surgeon who you feel is
most likely to give you the best results and who performs hundreds of
these procedures each year. I would look at patient reviews as well as
before and after photos on that surgeon's website.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

A BBL is a shaping and enhancing procedure. This means, that fat is subtracted from the surrounding areas of the buttocks and is injected into the buttocks to shape and enhance them. If you are obese, it is very difficult to give you good shape in one surgery. You might need staged surgeries to achieve your goal. With a BMI of 40, you are morbidly obese which can lead to more complications and serious complications with surgery. If you come down to a BMI of 35 or less, your results will be significantly better and your surgical risks will drop significantly. You would benefit from medical supervised weight loss program prior to any surgery. Good luck.

I agree with Dr. Macias. For your height and weight, it is better to consult with a bariatric surgeon, who can help you better. Losing weight it is important to get a BMI of 30 or less, this will decrease your risk for complications with a BBL and also once you are in a more ideal weight your can have better results.

You will be a much better result with some weight loss prior to your gluteal augmentation surgery. Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is 40.  Morbid obesity is defined by a BMI of 40 or more, which puts you at a higher risk group even if you have no other health issues. You are likely a better candidate for weight loss surgery such as a lap band, gastric sleeve or gastric bypass.  See your primary care doctor for a referral to a nutritionist or weight loss surgeon.  Hope this helps and best wishes.

Thanks for your question. You must be deemed in good health by your primary care physician. If you aren't in good health, then complications can arise during or after surgery.

Hello dear!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
Right now your BMI is 41 and it needs to be 30 or less, for you to be considered a good candidate for plastic surgery.
l recommend you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your goals and the best options for you.
Good luck :)

Generally no. You should target reducing your BMI to less than 30 to reduce your surgical complication risk.

Hi, thanks for sharing your inquiry. It is so great that you have decided to improve your looks. In order to have better results and to reduce risks in your plastic surgery, you would need to achieve your goal weight, or be as closest as possible to your ideal weight. It is well known that it is very hard when genetics and old habits are taking their toll. I suggest to have a consultation with a Bariatric Surgeon, he or she will help you and you can achieve your goals in less time than you think. Tijuana has very good Bariatric hospitals where patients from all over the world come to have a very pleasant outcome.  Please have a virtual (Skype) or an in person consultation so you can discuss your thoughts, concerns, expectations and options thoroughly, good luck in your PS Journey!Respectfully,Dr. Jaime Campos-Leon