Can a very thin woman (a runway model to be exact) be a candidate for a Brazilian Butt Lift?

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So I'm interested in a subtle BBL. I'm aware that I'm very thin due to my career as a professional model, but I was wondering if I would ostensibly have enough fat for a BBL? Most of you will say it's best left up to my local plastic surgeon, but would like to hear your opinions nonetheless. I mainly just want a reduction of fat on my inner thighs and a very subtle BBL. I'm mainly looking to tastefully shape out my bottom half (with a plastic surgeon in NYC). Thank you!

Christian Subbio, MD · Answer

Do not let any surgeons eager to book a surgery convince you to do this.  Be aware that even if a surgeon were able to scrape together 500 cc of fat transfer to your buttocks, 30-50% of that fat will not take.  Furthermore, the attempt to do so puts you at risk for rippling and contour irregularities, no matter how expert a plastic surgeon claims they are in any given procedure.  Leave well enough alone.Best of luck!
Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Yes.   The thinner patient requires an expert at liposuction to remove as much fat as possible while leaving the skin smooth.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Rikesh T. Parikh, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello, with your physique that  I  can see here it appears that you may lack donor sites. However a in-person consultation is best. Donor sites include, belly, thighs, back, arms, love handles, etc.. Thanks for the question.

David R. Broadway, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question! 
A Brazilian butt lift requires the patient to have a bit of extra fat in other areas to transfer to the buttocks.Also, not all of the fat transferred will take.  Unfortunately, you might not have enough fat to achieve these results. A good alternative to round out this area, as you are wanting, is to participate in glute isolation weight lifting workouts. Good luck!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

You do not look like you have enough fat for a BBl but you could have buttock implants if you want enhancement.

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