I'm looking into getting a BBL I'm 21, 5'3 and weigh 145 lbs. is that enough fat to get transferred.

Hello and Great Question.  I appreciate the time you are spending researching this procedure.  My name is Dr. Matthew J. Nykiel.  I am a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, a Fellowship Trained Cosmetic Surgeon, and a Butt Augmentation Specialist.

It can potentially.  It really depends where the fat is distributed.  I would need to see photos or in-consultation to make that determination. Best of Luck!  Please reach out if you have any further questions or concerns.

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I have gotten very nice results from patients less than 100 lbs, so I think it is likely that you have enough fat to get what you would like.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

It's hard to tell if you have "enough" fat without seeing photos however you can quickly check your BMI for more information. The best way to know is to consult with an experienced plastic surgeon in person. Watch this brief video for more information.Best wishes,Dr.Bruno

It's a good question, but it really requires an in person exam. During the exam your surgeon will evaluate the amount of extra fat located on your abdomen, back, flanks, thighs and decide how much extra you have to donate to your buttocks. The amount of fat needed depends on the shape and size of your buttocks currently. You'll get the best answers by visiting a board-certified plastic surgeon in person. Good luck with your upcoming surgery.

Great question.  It is difficult to assess your body structure or amount of fat by just height and weight, the best recommendation is to have a consultation with a plastic surgeon so that a proper examination can be performed and recommendation provided.  With that said, what I usually tell patients is that I will try my best to remove as much fatty tissue as possible from all areas of the body so that I have enough tissue to transfer to the buttock.  This amount also depends on the degree of augmentation you desire.\If you do not have enough fatty tissue, another option is gluteal implants, or a combination of both.  Best of luck and hope this information help!- Dr. Roger Tsai   

I appreciate your question.

I have done many Brazilian Butt lift procedures and specialize in body contouring.  The amount of enhancement possible depends on how much fat can be harvested from your body.







The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.





Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.







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It is not so much your height and weight, but whether or not you have adequate donor sites for harvesting.

I'm not quite sure what to reference is in regards to waiting.

If you're 18 years old you can have the procedure done tomorrow if you want it.

BMI it's not a good indicator if someone is a good candidate for either liposuction or fat transfer procedures.

Fat distribution is much more important.

In other words. where do you carry your body fat?

For some people they may not have enough available subcutaneous fat for the ideal Brazilian but they may have enough for a very nice enhancement.

In those cases the patient has to decide how much benefit justifies having the procedure.

These decisions are always best made in the presence of board-certified plastic surgeon with expertise in this procedure.

I suggest having several in person consultations with board-certified plastic surgeon's who specialize in fat transfer procedures.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom M.D.

Whether you can get a BBL only or consider a BBL with a buttocks implant is based on your current buttocks size, desired buttocks shape, and amount of fat you have to provide for the transfer. We have many patients that undergo both procedures at once in order to maximize increase in buttocks size. A consultation is necessary to provide you a definitive recommendation.

Most women with your height and weight would be considered good candidates for BBL, however you would need a consultation to determine if you are a good candidate for a BBL.