Fat Transfer to Buttocks

I have had much experience in fat grafting to the buttocks for Brazillian Buttock Augmentation in Los Angeles. I have had patients from 105 lbs to more than 200 lbs. the best results were in those that had much fat available for harvesting. In my experience depending on the technique of harvesting, processing, and injecting the fat, at least 90% of the volume can stay. I have had several patients who have retained more than 90% of their buttock volume despite having had pregnacies, working out, and after more than 5 years.

Fat transfer to the buttock has become an extremely popularprocedure as it has the ability to enhance the entire body shape. It cantransform a woman’s body from a square appearance to more of an hour glassshape.

The amount of fat that needs to be transferred varies frompatient to patient. The ultimate resultscome from the combination of liposculpting and the augmentation of thebuttock. In the majority of woman aminimum of 400cc of fat needs to be transferred to each buttock cheek (thus atotal of 800cc of fat) to see a real difference, however on average patientstypically have 800cc placed per side in the buttock for an augmentation.

Fat cannot be compared to breast implants. 800cc of augmentation for a buttock is notthe same as an 800cc implant for a breast augmentation. Fat is softer and thus takes more volume toaugment the buttock.

In general there is not a said limit on the amount of fat that can be transferred into the buttock.  However like most things in plastic surgery, two things in particular deserve attention here.  Firstly, the best aesthetic outcomes are those that create symmetric and proportionate results.  Secondly, "the enemy of good is better" or bigger/more in this case.  in other words, frequently when we try to produce excessive results complications more frequently happen.  Best of luck and try to keep it proportional...RAS 

The amount of fat that can be transferred to your buttocks during a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) depends on your body type, the fat available for harvesting, and your aesthetic goals. For patients with more body fat, surgeons can typically harvest between 500 to 1,500 cc per side, though some patients may be able to receive even larger amounts. On average, around 1 to 2 liters of fat in total can be transferred, but the exact amount will depend on individual factors like skin elasticity and the surgeon’s technique. It’s important to note that about 30% to 50% of the fat may not "take" or reabsorb, which is why it’s common to err on the side of transferring a bit more fat to account for this loss.
Patients who are interested in achieving significant volume increases should consult with an experienced plastic surgeon who can evaluate their body composition, skin elasticity, and desired outcome. A plastic surgeon will consider how much fat is available for removal through liposuction, typically from the abdomen, thighs, or flanks, and will then determine the appropriate amount to inject into the buttocks to achieve a proportionate and natural-looking result. Always keep in mind that while more fat transfer might seem like a good idea for a larger result, there are limits to how much fat can be harvested from liposuction and also how much fat the buttocks can safely accommodate.
Krishna Vyas, MD, PhD, MHSHarvard, Hopkins, & Mayo Clinic Trained Aesthetic Plastic SurgeonNew York, New York

Depending on which state you get the liposuction, the limit for liposuction can be either 4000cc or 5000cc. In my hands, approximately 80% of this fat is usable for transfer. Ideally, 80% of 5000cc here in Nevada would result in 4000cc of transferrable fat harvested, meaning 2000cc of fat into each buttock. Approximately 30% of that fat will be reabsorbed resulting in a final total of 1400cc in each buttock. This volume will certainly make a big difference in the appearance for your buttocks.

Thank you for your question. 50-60% will survive if it is grafted appropriately. I would advise you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination to discuss all possible treatment options and what your expectations are.