1 week post-op. What can I do to fix my butt after BBL surgery I am not satisfied with? (photos)

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I am 7 day post & I had a tt with muscle recovery, lipo 360, and bbl. I was 130 lbs at 5’2 when I went into surgery. I was told by my surgeon I did not have a sufficient amt of fat for the transfer so he would take what he could. I love my stomach but my butt looks weird! There’s this big wide space above my butt. Also, I wanted my butt to look lifted with a little more roundness shape and projection. My butt crack looks small and in turn my butt looks super weird. What can I do to fix this?!

Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD · Answer

Hello Mipapidijono,
I appreciate your questions! One of the main considerations when evaluating a patients’ candidacy for Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery is whether they have enough fat stored in their body, so the surgeon can harvest enough fat cells to use during the fat transfer phase. For patients with insufficient fat deposits, the plastic surgeon may advice weight gain before the BBL to qualify for the procedure and achieve a more voluptuous buttock. One week is too short of a time to evaluate your Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) outcome. BBL maximum results will take up to six months to show. I would recommend waiting at least 8 weeks for the swelling to recede and evaluate the results. If you are still dissatisfied with the outcome, consult with your aesthetic plastic surgeon about your concerns and improvements’ options. There may be a percentage of fat that does not take, which is why touchup procedures are sometimes necessary. Best wishes! Dr. De La Cruz.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The results immediately following surgery will be the largest due to swelling and lack of fat resorption.  The buttocks will continue to decrease in size for the first few weeks.   I have observed that between 4 and 6 weeks the buttocks tend to stabilize in volume.  Usually by 3 months, the swelling is minimal and totally resolved by 6 months.  
Follow your PS's post-operative instructions to achieve optimum results.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Mipapidijono,
I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a BBL surgery. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides  you will be able to see the final result of your surgery.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Roger Tsai, MD · Answer

Great question!  You're only 1 week out of surgery - your body contour, gluteal shape, and swelling will significantly change over the next few weeks.  Most surgeons wouldn't even consider a revision for at least 6 months.  At that time, you can revisit with your surgeon and discuss any issues you may have.Best of luck and hope this information helps!
- Dr. Roger Tsai  @DrRogerTsai
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
You are still early on the healing process, it can take up to six months to see your final results, so please be patient. At the stage you are in, inflammation is normal.
If you have any concerns, please follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Good luck :)

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