I hold a large amount of fat in my stomach, & expected that to be the main source of fat harvesting as per the size of the BBL I'm going for. I was just told by a friend who had the same combo surgery done (albeit a different doctor), that they couldn't use the fat in her stomach due to her also getting a tummy tuck. I don't believe that makes sense, so I wanted to get more info & find out if having lipo 360, tummy tuck with muscle repair, will affect harvesting fat for my BBL from my stomach.
Answer: Evaluation for a Procedure Thank you for your question. To provide a valid medical opinion I will need to see pictures of you body from different angles. I would suggest to be treated by board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results. Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
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Answer: Evaluation for a Procedure Thank you for your question. To provide a valid medical opinion I will need to see pictures of you body from different angles. I would suggest to be treated by board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results. Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
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January 20, 2020
Answer: Will having lipo 360 as part of my tummy tuck with muscle repair affect stomach fat harvesting for my BBL? You could have the TT done first, then the lipo and BBL. However, the result will not be as tight as lipo and BBL first and then TT. Both can be performed at the same time, but the upper abdomen cannot be aggressively liposuctioned at the time of the TT due to blood supply issues. There may be strategic advantage in some patients with a little more subcutaneous tissue to delaying the TT. This really needs to be determined during an exam by a board certified plastic surgeon. Six months later, you could have the TT to address skin laxity. BBL/Lipo/TT is a very common combination but recovery is uncomfortable. I allow patients to sleep on their sides. Lying on your stomach or on your back will create pressure on your butt or stomach. Patients can also rest in other positions as long as the other areas do not receive pressure. There are creative ways to manage this. For example, my patient coordinator recommends a plastic inflatable with a hole in it (called a lilo), where instead of your tummy, you place your butt, so you can sleep on your back with pillows propping up your neck and head.
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January 20, 2020
Answer: Will having lipo 360 as part of my tummy tuck with muscle repair affect stomach fat harvesting for my BBL? You could have the TT done first, then the lipo and BBL. However, the result will not be as tight as lipo and BBL first and then TT. Both can be performed at the same time, but the upper abdomen cannot be aggressively liposuctioned at the time of the TT due to blood supply issues. There may be strategic advantage in some patients with a little more subcutaneous tissue to delaying the TT. This really needs to be determined during an exam by a board certified plastic surgeon. Six months later, you could have the TT to address skin laxity. BBL/Lipo/TT is a very common combination but recovery is uncomfortable. I allow patients to sleep on their sides. Lying on your stomach or on your back will create pressure on your butt or stomach. Patients can also rest in other positions as long as the other areas do not receive pressure. There are creative ways to manage this. For example, my patient coordinator recommends a plastic inflatable with a hole in it (called a lilo), where instead of your tummy, you place your butt, so you can sleep on your back with pillows propping up your neck and head.
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January 20, 2020
Answer: Combination of surgeries Dear Exquisite6651, I understand your concern. It is best however that you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to determine whether you can have several aesthetic surgeries in one session, as this would depend on various factors including but not limited to your general health condition, the type of anesthesia that will be used, and the type of surgeries that will be performed among others. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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January 20, 2020
Answer: Combination of surgeries Dear Exquisite6651, I understand your concern. It is best however that you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to determine whether you can have several aesthetic surgeries in one session, as this would depend on various factors including but not limited to your general health condition, the type of anesthesia that will be used, and the type of surgeries that will be performed among others. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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January 19, 2020
Answer: Where will the fat come from? If you are getting lipo360 before you get a BBL, would that leave little to no usable fat for bbl?
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January 19, 2020
Answer: Where will the fat come from? If you are getting lipo360 before you get a BBL, would that leave little to no usable fat for bbl?
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January 21, 2020
Answer: BBL Finding fat for your BBL will not be a problem. High definition VASER liposuction is the best liposuction technique for fat grafting and fat harvesting. If you are a good candidate for a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), the optimal outcomes are achieved with: 1) use of VASER liposuction to harvest the fat, 2) a closed looped system such as Puregraft to process the fat, and 3) strategic micro-packet transplant technique. These three processes have demonstrated over 95% fat graft take. This means that your results will be stable as long as you maintain your weight. As an official VASER trainer, I am routinely referred unhappy BBL patients. One of the most common reasons for disgruntled BBL patients is that patients are not able to accurately communicate their desired buttocks goals to their surgeons. A buttocks assessment tool can be an invaluable tool to communicate to your surgeon the exact buttocks size and shape you are desiring. A Skype or FaceTime consultation with a BBL specialist can help you get an accurate recommendation and pricing. Respectfully, Arian Mowlavi MD,FACS Realself 100 Hall of Fame Inductee
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January 21, 2020
Answer: BBL Finding fat for your BBL will not be a problem. High definition VASER liposuction is the best liposuction technique for fat grafting and fat harvesting. If you are a good candidate for a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), the optimal outcomes are achieved with: 1) use of VASER liposuction to harvest the fat, 2) a closed looped system such as Puregraft to process the fat, and 3) strategic micro-packet transplant technique. These three processes have demonstrated over 95% fat graft take. This means that your results will be stable as long as you maintain your weight. As an official VASER trainer, I am routinely referred unhappy BBL patients. One of the most common reasons for disgruntled BBL patients is that patients are not able to accurately communicate their desired buttocks goals to their surgeons. A buttocks assessment tool can be an invaluable tool to communicate to your surgeon the exact buttocks size and shape you are desiring. A Skype or FaceTime consultation with a BBL specialist can help you get an accurate recommendation and pricing. Respectfully, Arian Mowlavi MD,FACS Realself 100 Hall of Fame Inductee
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