I'm 5' 6" 200lbs, wanting a BBL and carry most of the weight in my stomach. Would I need to lose weight?

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Would any plastic surgeons consider me for plastic surgery at the current weight or do I definitely have to lose weight? Lose 5-10 pounds?

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Provided you are young and otherwise healthy, you can definitely have a Brazilian Butt Lift performed.  That being said, you need to know that if you lose weight in the future, your butt will decrease in size.  Good luck!

Ross Blagg, MD · Answer

Hello, Thanks for your question. It would be helpful to see some photos, but, in general, there is not a certain weight requirement. In order to have a good result you need to have enough fat to graft into the buttocks, but not so much that you won't see the results. A consultation with a plastic surgeon should provide you with more information. You may also find that other procedures can give you some good results. For instance, sometimes a tummy tuck can help make the buttocks look more defined if there is extra weight over the abdomen. Best of luck in your journey.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
Your BMI is within the recommended range, but unfortunately, without pictures, it is very difficult to give you a proper answer. 
In general, you need to be physically healthy and at a stable weight, have realistic expectations, be a non-smoker and your BMI needs to be 30 or less.
l recommend you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your goals and anything you need to know.
Good luck :)

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I think that you need to be seen in person to determine if you have enough donor sites or if you are too larger. It is hard to say on purely your height and weight.

George Lefkovits, MD · Answer

You didn't provide any photos which would be helpful in answering your question. Your abdominal skin quality would have to be assessed and, of course, the status of your health is important. Having said that I have operated on patients with your height and weight stats with very good results. If you prefer o lose weight then you should lose more like 20-25 pounds. You should consult with a Board Certified PS with extensive experience performing the BBL. Good luck!

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I'm 5' 6" 200lbs, wanting a BBL and carry most of the weight in my stomach. Would I need to lose weight?

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Answer: BBL

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