Doc told me to gain about 20 lbs for a Brazilian Butt Lift. What happens if I can't gain it? Will all the fat be lipo out?

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I had a consultation with a few doctors for a BBL. Some say its best to gain 20 pounds while others haven't mentioned any weigh gain needed. I've had laser lipo on my abs and waist before. It's hard to gain any fat there. I do have fat in my back and inner thighs. I weigh 140 lbs and I'm 5'5 tomboy figure with muscle. No curves. If I gain 20lbs would it all be suctioned out? I don't want to have fat leftover that I was made to gain and the doctor wouldn't even be able to remove it.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I do not recommend weight gain prior to surgery, and I have produced some impressive results even in very thin individuals.  Find
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 performs hundreds of BBLs each year and has great reviews and great 
before and after pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Kevin Tehrani, MD, FACS · Answer

It is difficult to comment without pictures. However, in general, I do not believe in weight gain prior to BBL. If you lose the weight that you have gained after surgery, you would lose all transplanted fat volume as well. You would need to see an expert plastic surgeon who knows how to harvest fat from various areas

B. Kalantarian, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is very difficult to respond to
your question without any photos. However, 20 pound gain in your weight is a
bit in excess. One of the major aspect of buttocks augmentation with fat transfer
is to lipo-sculpture around the buttocks to create an attractive frame. The result
of your “Brazilian butt lift” will depend on how much fat you have for transfer
and your expectations. I would recommend you to see another board certified
plastic surgeon for a second opinion. Wish you the best.

Daniel Shapiro, MD · Answer

It is not typically recommended that patients gain weight for the purpose of a cosmetic procedure, especially a BBL. It is best to be as close to your natural/goal weight before undergoing such a procedure. Thin patients can still achieve their desired results if they find a plastic surgeon who has experience with such cases.

Luis E. Redondo, MD · Answer

I never ask my patients to gain weight for a BBL, for 2 reasons. First when you gain weight, you are not increasing the number of fat cells, you are only filling this cells more. the moment you loose the weight, you will also loose it on the graft. Second, How can i guarantee that this weight you gained will be in areas where i will be able to easily suction?? i don't agree in huge liposuction of all the body, Liposuction is for localized fat, not for loosing weight. Trust me you will have left over after your surgery if you gain 20 more pounds.As some of my colleagues mention here, fat transfer is not the only option for Buttocks augmentation, and even if you don't have enough fat for a gigantic increase on volume of your Butt, it will probable be enough for reshaping it, and give you a really nice contour.If you have any questions feel free to ask, we are here to help.Best of luck,Dr. Luis Redondo

Doc told me to gain about 20 lbs for a Brazilian Butt Lift. What happens if I can't gain it? Will all the fat be lipo out?

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Answer: Doc told me to gain about 20 lbs for a Brazilian Butt Lift. What happens if I can't gain it? Will all the fat be lipo out?

Answer: Doc told me to gain about 20 lbs for a Brazilian Butt Lift. What happens if I can't gain it? Will all the fat be lipo out?

Answer: Never gain weight for a BBL

Answer: Never gain weight for a BBL

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Doc told me to gain about 20 lbs for a Brazilian Butt Lift. What happens if I can't gain it? Will all the fat be lipo out?

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Answer: Doc told me to gain about 20 lbs for a Brazilian Butt Lift. What happens if I can't gain it? Will all the fat be lipo out?

Answer: Doc told me to gain about 20 lbs for a Brazilian Butt Lift. What happens if I can't gain it? Will all the fat be lipo out?

Answer: Never gain weight for a BBL

Answer: Never gain weight for a BBL

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