Should I get liposuction or a Brazilian Butt Lift?

Question

I want to know whether or not I should get Liposuction or a Brazilian Butt Liff because, I want to achieve a hourglass figure. But, I’ve heard women who have done the BBL procedure complain that their results went away after a year so I’m debating on which procedure to go with. I also wanted to know the difference in down time between the 2 procedures.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

If you have no interest in augmenting the buttocks or hips, the liposuction alone would be appropriate.

Alex Campbell, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. With 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. If you decide to do liposuction alone the fat that has been taken out will go to waste as it cannot be saved for a future surgery. With Brazilian butt lift we transfer fat from one area of the body to the other.  These fat cells are transferred in microinjections throughout multiple planes in the buttock tissue so that they can gain new blood supply and live in their new home, providing increased volume and shape to the buttocks.  Around 70% of fat that is grafted is typically expected to survive long term. We also put a little extra to account for loss of fat post operative, which is reabsorbed gradually by the body.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.

Jan Hochtritt, BSc, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is very difficult to give advice without seeing you. There are a number of factors you have to consider. First of all  do you have enough fat around your waist that allows a fat transfer. It is not true that a BBL when done properly will disappear after one year.  I would advise to research a doctor that offers the fat harvesting with the body jet system  this is a Liposuction method that uses a gentle water beam to wash out fat cells out of the subcutaneous  tissue.  You will however always experience some loss of fat cells which is  about 30% of the injected fat cells. Most of the loss will happen within the first three weeks.  after about a half a year there is no more change to be expected. Remember that if you lose weight you will lose more weight in the areas where the fat cells have been moved to then before. To achieve an hour glass figure the hip to waist ratio has to be changed. Doing a liposuction  can drastically reduce the waist but it will not be able to increase the butt size by itself, therefore the biggest change would be by doing a BBL. my advice look for a board-certified plastic surgeon that uses the buddy jet system for a fit harvesting and get a BBL. Have a wonderful rest of the day greetings from the beautiful island of Jamaica

Andrew P. Amunategui, MD · Answer

Hi Zobelle95 and thanks for posting.   Without pictures it is hard to give helpful information for YOU.  Depending on the body type, lipo alone can give an excellent result.  Fat transfer BBL would be "icing on the cake."  For other women the BBL portion can be just as important for shape.  Though not all of the fat that is transferred survives, the fat that is present at 4 to 6 weeks post op has been shown to last for years and years. Please see attached web reference on lipo alone.  Good luck

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello 
  
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.  
  .
 The fat transfer, often called Brazilian butt lift has become 
extremely popular because it allows your plastic surgeon to transform 
your entire shape. You improve your waist, hips and of course your 
buttock, to give you a beautiful heart shape.The procedure you select will depend on the results you want to obtain is you dont want a butt augmentation only liposuction may be an option. 
I recommend you to make an appointment with a board plastic surgeon for a good evaluation and to talk about your goals. 
  
Good luck :)

Frederick G. Weniger, MD, FACS, MBA · Answer

Hello zobelle95 - The Brazilian Butt Lift is a procedure designed to transfer fat from one area of the body, typically the stomach and thighs, hips, knees, and back to the buttock through liposuction. The procedure is meant to reshape, but also enhances the size of a buttock to better fit the figure and provides a perky appearance to rear end. For those who have lost weight and feel their buttocks lack shape or wish to improve the appearance of their backsides, the Brazilian butt lift procedure is a solution. It is unique by the use of the patients own harvested body fat, rather than the use of synthetic material. This allows for a healthier and longer lasting result. Next step for you is to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options and goals. Best wishes.

Walkiris Robles, MD · Answer

Hello and thanks for your question. Without photos is very hard to tell you. It will depend on your body and goals, BBL is more popular. Get a certified surgeon and decide together.

Manuel Belen, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi dear,
 Thanks for the questions.
Having liposuction or BBL will depend on the results you want. If you and want an hourglass shape liposuction may be an option and if you want to lift and augmentation of your butt a BBL is recommended. 
Contact a board certified PS to discuss your goals and the best options for you.

I hope this advice helps you. Best wishes.-
Manuel Belén, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Kemil Issa, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello.
Thank you for your question,.
It will depend on what are you looking for, liposuction can reshape your body taking away fat deposits and the BBL will give you more proportion on your buttocks.  I would 
recommend you a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to 
discuss the best options for you. 
Regards.
Dr. Kemil Issa, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Jean F. Laurent, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello and thanks for your question.
Without photos is very hard to suggest you something. It will depend on your body what procedure is best. Get in touch with a certified surgeon and decide together.

Should I get liposuction or a Brazilian Butt Lift?

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