Using lab-grown fat tissue (from stem cells, or other means) for BBL surgery. What is the current state of this approach?

Hello, thank you for your question. Most patients with varicose veins have no problems with BBL. However, if the varicosities are of significant size and/or number, a vein specialist should evaluate your lower extremities to rule out the possibility of deep venous insufficiency which would...

Dear Blu Blacc, if you have stage 4 chronic kidney disease, then you shouldn't even consider any elective surgery. Your health should be your number one priority. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society...

Hello, thank you for your question. Birth control pills can increase the risk for clotting, I recommend you to consult with your board certified plastic surgeon. Always tell your surgeon about any medications that you have taken close to the time of your surgery.

Hi, thanks for your question. I would probably recommend at least six weeks just to be on the safe side, but the best people to consult would be your OBGYN and the plastic surgeon that will be performing your BBL. Every surgeon will have their own pre and post-operative guidelines that you...

Dear belnguyen based on your photos, you look like a good candidate for a BBL. Liposuction of your abdomen, back and flanks should give you more curves and hourglass shape and fat transfer to buttocks should give you more projection. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic...

Hello, thank you for your question. Gaining weight is often counterproductive. If you gain weight that is fat, some of the fat will likely be associated with the buttocks. In almost every case, I do not recommend weight gain prior to a BBL. I think it is better to maintain a stable weight. Based...