Is my arm fat enough for a BBL? 5'2", 136 lbs, 25 years old. (Photos)

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My waist is very petite now due to TT & lipo after baby. But now I feel like my arms look fat & my butt looks flat. Do you think I could get a more filled out butt just from the fat from my arms? Is there anywhere else left to get it from? I would like a more hour glass shape, & my arms make me feel insecure. Mom of 1.

Larry Lickstein, MD · Answer

While some fat could be harvested perhaps from your hips and your arms, I do not think that there would be sufficient donor fat for a BBL.  Consider that the process of harvesting the fat compromises some of the cells, and not every cell injected develops a new blood supply and survives.  Given the size of the buttock, a significant amount of donor fat is required for surgery to produce an appreciable difference.  Usually a few liters of fat are harvested for buttock augmentation.  You may want to pursue a formal consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon experienced with the procedure, for a personal evaluation, discussion of your goals, and possibly consideration of alternative techniques.  Best of luck.

John A. Kotis, DO, FACS, FACOS · Answer

Hi Mommy_Makeover 25Thank you for your question and congratulations on your new addition to your family. It is difficult to comment on your arms since only one picture shows your upper arm. I would tell you that its seems that you would not have sufficient amount of fat based on that usually 50% survives the fat transfer. In my practice, if someone is not a candidate for BBL based on how much fat can be harvested there is always Sculptra mixed with PRP which is an option. However this can be rather expensive. I would suggest seeking out a board certified plastic surgeon who can properly consult and exam you to provide you with the best option. I wish you the best of luck.Dr Kotis

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