5’4 ,120 lbs. Can a thin person get a BBL?

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I am a relatively thin stature/ built person ( 5’4 120 lbs ) and was wondering if it’s even possible for me to get a bbl?

Semih Yildiz, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

A thin person can sometimes be a candidate for a BBL, but the result is usually more limited than in someone with more donor fat. At 5'4" and 120 lbs, the key question is not only your weight, but where you carry fat that can be safely removed with liposuction. Some patients have enough fat in the abdomen, waist, flanks, back, or thighs for a modest shape improvement, while others may not have enough donor fat for a noticeable volume change.
A consultation should focus on your exam, skin quality, natural pelvic shape, and whether your goal is subtle contouring or a major size increase. For a very slim patient, a skinny BBL may be more about waist and hip contour than dramatic buttock enlargement. Gaining weight only for surgery is not always predictable, because the fat may not go to useful donor areas, so it is better to be evaluated at a stable, healthy weight.

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for the question, Depending on the case, a photo can help guided you more, it is possible, and with all the advanced techniques that we have now like The Ultrasound Guided Fat transfer, the fat that is harvested can be placed exactly were is needed to improve results.

Mehmet Ozdemir, MD · Answer

Hi, and thank you for your question.Based on your height and weight, you seem suitable for a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). Even with a thinner frame, fat can often be harvested from areas such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs to enhance the buttocks. I hope this helps.

Andac Aykan, MD · Answer

Hello, that is a great question and thank you for asking. Yes, a thinner person can get a BBL, but the result will be subtle, not dramatic. At your height and weight, there is usually limited fat available, so the goal is shape and contour rather than major volume.
This is often called a skinny BBL, and it works best when expectations are realistic and fat is carefully harvested from areas like the abdomen, flanks or thighs.
A consultation is needed to confirm how much fat is available and what result is achievable.
Andaç Aykan, MD, Assoc. Prof.

Fernando Ovalle Jr., MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question! Short answer - yes! Longer answer - the total volume/degree of transformation will be limited by how much healthy fat cells we are able to remove from other areas. Usually most people of reasonably healthy weight have some excess fatty tissue in their belly, love handles, and inner thighs. Taking a little bit from multiple areas can add up to "enough" for a lower volume, "skinny" BBL. We can prioritize this volume to your hips or centrally on the gluteus, which along with liposuction of the lower back region can help create a nice "pop" of natural projection. Ultimately, my advice is to seek out an in person consultation from a board certified plastic surgeon to do a exam with your anatomy and guide you on what is achievable!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear haa,

it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.

Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Vasileios Vasilakis, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,
Thank you for the question. 
I wish you the best. In general, a "skinny" bbl would be a possibility, but a lot depends on your goals and skin laxity. 
Vasileios Vasilakis, MD, FACSDouble Board Certified Plastic SurgeonHouston, TX.

5’4 ,120 lbs. Can a thin person get a BBL?

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