I am not pleased with my BBL results —would the doctor charge me to fix the projection?

Dear emelsayin,every surgeon has a revision policy. Many involve reduced or even no fees for the surgeon (depending on the situation) while the patient may still be responsible for facility (the use of the operating room, staff, and supplies) and anesthesia fees. Best to go back to your surgeon and have a talk about your concerns again. Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thank you for sharing your experience—your feelings are completely valid. In the first week after a BBL, it’s common to feel uncertain about the results, especially since swelling, bruising, and early fat absorption can mask the final outcome. However, if you felt minimal change from day one, it’s understandable to feel disappointed.In plastic surgery, patient satisfaction is not just important—it’s essential. A good surgeon will always want you to feel heard and supported. If you express your concerns respectfully, most surgeons will be open to discussing options, including possible touch-ups or revisions. While policies vary, many practices prioritize long-term results and may offer solutions without additional costs, especially if the outcome falls short of expectations.At LovestClinic, I believe in building trust through transparency and care. If you were my patient, I’d want to understand your concerns fully and explore ways to help you feel confident and happy with your results. Your journey doesn’t end with surgery—it continues with support.

There is no set way that a PS handles a patient who is unhappy. Some do not offer any "revisions" with a discounted surgeon fee or free surgeon fee. There are other fees associated with surgery, so even if the PS does not charge you a surgeon fee, you will still have to pay operating room fees and anesthesia fees which  are 1/3-1/2 of the total bill paid usually. This is something that you should find out before signing up for surgery so that you are fully informed when making your decision. I state in my consent for surgery what my policy is, so that the patient is aware before we do the first surgery. "Free" revisions (no surgeon fee) are becoming less and less common since the ASPS task force for the BBL stated this past February that patients should be prepared to undergo a 2nd BBL if the safety guidelines are followed by the PS in order to achieve the results that are so popular. The safety guidelines help to decrease changes of a fat embolus which is what causes the 1/3000 death rate her in the US from the BBL and 7% death rate outside of the US.