When can I safely lose weight after a BBL and not effect my BBL results?

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I had a BBL 29 days ago. The sx was uneventful and a success. I had to gain weight before the sx (20lbs) because of previous lipo and tummy tuck left me with very little fat for the procedure. Now that the procedure is over I want to drop 15-20lbs but I do not want to effect my results. I like my new bigger bum but the added weight is still showing up in my face, arms and shoulders. How can I loose weight (cardio, weights) and when can I start? Thanks

Carmina Cardenas, MD · Answer

In my opinion this is a major problem when some doctors ask patients to gain weight for fat grafting purposes, specially on those who are naturally slender and of course had worked a lot on maintaining and now after achieving a big butt wants to return to their normal weight.You have to know that  the fat transferred into the butt will suffer the same changes on your whole body: if you put on weight your butt will be bigger because  adiposites (fat cells) will fill in of fat, BUT if you lose weight those same fat cells will lose volume and so your butt.So, the ideal is to maintain weight  after a BBL to maintain the volume.Have a great dayDr. Cardenas

Robert F. Centeno, MD, FACS · Answer

Unfortunately, weight loss cannot be selectively directed. If you lose substantial weight, it is possible to lose weight in the buttocks region and affect your BBL results. This is one of the most common reasons for asking patients to get to their ideal stable weight prior to a body contouring procedure. Discuss this matter further with your surgeon. Best wishes.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

If you lose weight after a brazilian butt lift, it is hard to predict where the weight will come off from.

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