What is the difference between SAFE BBL and normal BBL?

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I’ve seen some doctors advertise SAFE BBL and I would like to know the difference between SAFE BBL and normal BBL. Thanks.

Ryan A. Stanton, MD · Answer

Technically there is something called SAFELipo (acronym for “S”eperation, “A”spiration, & “F”at “E”quilization Liposuction not necessarily any safer than other forms of liposuction per se) first reported in the plastic surgery literature around 10 years ago.  However, there is no “SAFE BBL” procedure.  In fact, the jury is still out whether BBL is the most deadly cosmetic surgical procedure or is it tied with abdominoplasty  (a.k.a. tummy tuck). Although there is definitely specialist skill level involved in producing longer lasting BBL results, they cannot match the relative safety,  predictability, and permanent projection achieved with buttock or hip implants. Please keep in mind that an extremely few number of Board certified plastic surgeon specialize in buttock implants, so you may have to travel far and away from home to find this particular surgeon.  Glad to help.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Many varieties of liposuction are available including ultrasonic, smart lipo, Separation, Aspiration, Fat Equilization (SAFE) and conventional lipo. However, the results depend less on the method used and more on the surgeon and the postoperative care. 
The most important point rather to this question is to keep the tip of the cannula away from larger vessels. This can only be assured by injection under the skin so that the tip can be visualized at all times.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

This bombastic phrase very likely addresses SAFE liposuction technique, which is something that is practiced by many board certified plastic surgeons today. It is technique of liposuction that improves result by means of decreasing postoperative lumpines and irregularities in liposuctioned areas. Marketing tools and innovations of new phrases to attract attention are endless. In person consultation is recommended.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Maimai786,
there are different types of liposuction and fat transfer techniques. The basic principle is the same, you have to harvest the fat using liposuction and transfer it to another area. It is important to avoid transferring fat to muscles, in order to reduce the chance of complications. 
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

What is the difference between SAFE BBL and normal BBL?

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