How long does a BBL last for? Do you have to get it done more than once (every couple years)?

Thank
you for the question. BBL is typically a procedure that transfers unwanted fat
from the hips and other areas to the buttocks. There is some element of
unpredictability as to how much of the transferred fat survives. Survival of
the transferred fat depends on the quality of the fat, method of
harvest and processing, method of fat transfer, injection technique,
anatomy and blood supply of the recipient site, and how much fat was
transferred. Any quantity of fat that survives after the initial postoperative
period will become permanent. So, to answer your question, you don't have to
repeat the treatment periodically, unless you are not satisfied with the
results and would like to consider secondary fat grafting to enhance the
projection. Please discuss your specific concerns with your surgeon. Also, ask
your surgeon to show you before and after pictures of his/her patients. Best of
luck!
Pej
Aflaki, M.D.
Johns
Hopkins-trained plastic surgeon
 

Thank you for your question. With Brazilian butt lift we transfer fat from one area of the body to the other.  These fat cells are transferred in microinjections throughout multiple planes in the buttock tissue so that they can gain new blood supply and live in their new home, providing increased volume and shape to the buttocks.  Around 70% of fat that is grafted is typically expected to survive long term. We also put a little extra to account for loss of fat post operative, which is reabsorbed gradually by the body.That said, you definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  Best is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.