What is generally the best BMI for a BBL?

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I haven’t found my surgeon yet. I’m just wondering in general what the BMI would be to yield the best results without having to lose a ton of weight after the surgery for best results

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

No best BMI exists, but PSs look for one close to 30 to decrease the risks of complications during and after surgery and to enhance results.   BMI is just one measure of your fitness for surgery. General rule of thumb is to be within 10 pounds of your weight goal and maintain a stable weight prior to surgery. If you stay within 10 or 20 lbs of your operative weight after surgery, you are likely to maintain the results.  Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Moises Salama, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.
At Elite Plastic Surgery, we have a BMI limit of 35 for our Brazilian butt lift (BBL) procedure. You can find BMI calculators online to determine your BMI. We recommend submitting your pictures (along with your wish pics) for a proper evaluation.
Please always consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.
All the best,
Moises Salama MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Carolina Restrepo, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  There is not really an ideal BMI for the BBL. Patients considering cosmetic surgery such as a brazilian butt lift should have a BMI of 30 or less. The closer you are to your ideal weight the better your results will be. When planning a Brazilian butt lift, patients can look forward to a double benefit: reducing areas of unwanted fat while gaining a perkier, rounded posterior.  Each procedure must be planned according to the individual needs of patients, harvesting fat from target areas of the torso, thighs or knees and transferring it to create smooth, attractive contours optimized for each person.The amount of fat transferred depends on the quantity available and the extent of buttock augmentation each patient desires.  Sufficient body fat for a buttock augmentation is very patient-specific, depending on an individual’s body shape and proportions as well as their expectations.  That said, you definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  Best is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.

Donovan Rosas, MD · Answer

The optimal candidate for surgery has reached a healthy stable weight (preferably with a BMI < 30). This will lower the overall surgical risk profile. While there is no absolute ideal weight, studies have shown that patients with a BMI of 30 or less do better.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD · Answer

Hello Brazilian7,
It’s a pleasure to answer your questions! Every patient is unique, and there’s no an ideal weight or BMI for a successful BBL surgery. BMI over 30 is associated with higher risk of complications such as infection and wound dehiscence. This applies specifically to patients who are undergoing procedures that include large incisions such as an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and breast reduction. I would recommend asking your plastic surgeon if he/she requires you to lose weight or not depending on whether he/she is planning to do a full body Liposuction or just a limited Liposuction to harvest the fat. Have in mind that there are limits to the amount of fat that can be safely removed. Similarly, the volume of fat that can be safely injected into the buttock varies from patient to patient, and it will depend on the patient's anatomy and cosmetic goals. Request an in-person or virtual consultation with a board-certified and experienced plastic surgeon to assess your candidacy for BBL based on your age, skin laxity, body shape, and health status, among other factors. Best wishes! Dr. De La Cruz.

Sergio Soberanes, MD · Answer

To achieve the best possible results, you’ll need to be within a certain weight range when you undergo surgery. Your ideal weight for surgery depends on a number of factors, including your height, body type, and goals or expectations for the procedure. During your consultation, you and your surgeon will discuss your expected results and determine whether you’re at the right weight.
Candidates for a Brazilian butt lift need to have some extra fat, especially on the abdomen, thighs, hips, or back. Therefore, you should be at the higher end of the healthy BMI range, or you should be a few pounds overweight.
Most surgeons recommend that candidates for a Brazilian butt lift have a BMI under 30 but above 23 or 24. This will vary depending on your body type and body fat percentage, though. Two people at the same height and weight could have different proportions or different amounts of body fat, so one might be better suited to the surgery than the other.
Although it’s important to have some extra fat, most cosmetic surgeons do have an upper weight or BMI limit. If your body has too much fat, the results won’t be as noticeable. Being at a BMI greater than 35 can also increase your risk of complications. The risks get even more serious if your BMI is greater than 40, so most surgeons will not perform an elective surgery on people at this weight.

Ron Hazani, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. The recommended BMI prior to an elective surgery is less than 30 to reduce your rate of complications during surgery and optimize your results. Fat can be harvested from different areas of your body for the transfer. It is best to be evaluated in person for proper evaluation and treatment options.

Seek a board certified plastic surgeon who performs many of these procedures, has great reviews and photos, and is an expert in this field.

Seek a board certified plastic surgeon who performs many of these procedures, has great reviews and photos, and is an expert in this field.

Sean Kelishadi, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. There is a lot of back and forth about whether to gain or lose weight for BBL.  I tell people first off to take care of their health.  For any plastic surgery, a BMI of 30 or less ensures lower chance for complications from anesthesia and wound healing. I sometimes make an exception for people up to a BMI of 35 as some people carry more muscle.  No matter what, you also want to be at a stable weight; a weight that you have held consistently for 6 months or greater. The reason being is that if you lose weight after surgery, your fat grafts will lose weight too and shrink; or if you gain weight, they will enlarge.  So long story short: get to a healthy BMI and get surgery once you have maintained a stable weight for 6 months or longer. I hope this helps!Sincerely,Dr. Sean Kelishadi

Manelic Mejia Lopez, MD · Answer

Hello there, It is recommended for the patient to have a BMI of 30 or less. The amount of fat that can be transferred in a BBL depends on how much fat the patient has to harvest and the amount of space there is to move the fat into. I recommend meeting with a qualified plastic surgeon to discuss your surgical goals.  Looking forward to help you, best of luck.Dr. Manelic Mejia.

Jaime Campos Leon, MD · Answer

Hello, thanks for your inquiry
A BMI under 30 will help you to decrease the risk of surgical  complications and postoperative too. I would suggest you to consult certified plastic surgeon who after examination will give you more information and recommendations.

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