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.