How many cc to each butt cheek to get a big butt? (Photo)

Our average BBL patients gets about 580 cc of fat reinjected into each buttocks cheek. However, rather than concentrating on a specific number of cc's of fat to get the “biggest" butt, concentrate on creating the best looking waist-hips-butt ratio (small waist and a curvy transition between the lower back and butt). The actual amount of fat reinjected doesn't have to be that large as long as that transition area has a nice looking curve. Liposuction (harvesting) will already begin to contour the area before injections are even performed.
The only ABMS approved residency training program that teaches Liposuction and Fat transfer is ‘Plastic Surgery,' so please be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who is experienced with Brazilian butt lifts.

Hello chynabali,

It’s a pleasure to answer your questions! I would recommend an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) performed first to get rid of stretch marks and excess skin, and a 4D VASER Liposuction combined with fat transfer to the hips and buttocks (Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), three to six months after you’ve completely recovered from the initial procedure. Dividing the surgical plan into two stages would be the best option for 1) eliminating the excess skin, fat around your abdomen, and stretch marks and 2) reshaping your figure and giving you a fuller, beautifully rounded backside, afterwards. Ideal results wouldn’t be achieved by liposuction procedures performed only. Have in mind that the volume of fat that can be safely injected into the hips and buttocks varies from patient to patient, and it will depend on the patient's anatomy and cosmetic goals. Your plastic surgeon would need to evaluate you in person to assess your candidacy for abdominoplasty and BBL, and decide how much fat volume can be safely grafted to achieve optimal aesthetic results. Best regards! Dr. De La Cruz.   

Potential candidates should also have adequate fat reserves for transfer. This becomes especially important when one considers the anticipated rate of fat resorption and graft loss. I typically recommened patients aim for at least 500 cc transferred per cheek. This would amount to 1 liter of fat (not lipoaspirate) after processing. Candidates with inadequate fat reserves are likely to be disappointed with their ultimate volume once healing is complete. 
With regards to your specific question, enough is a relative question and depends upon the patient and their unique goals. I typically recommend a minimum of 500 cc per cheek (mirroring the most common implant correlate). While 500 cc is unlikely to create a dramatic augmentation (when accounting for losses), less than this is likely to leave too subtle a change for most. 
As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Dear chynabali,the amount of required fat depends on your current size and shape and your goal. 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. You might also need a tummy tuck in order to remove the excess skin and tighten your abdominal muscles. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon because 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

This depends how you define "big" and how the surgeon processes the fat prior to transfer. You can have a very nice result with less than 1000cc per side, and furthermore, I'm not convinced you have 1000 cc of good quality fat to inject anyway. It appears that you would benefit from a tummy tuck as well as the lower abdominal skin appears somewhat loose. A consultation in person will clarify some of these questions. But overall, your square buttock shape can certainly be transformed into a rounder, fuller buttock with fat transfer.Best wishes,Dr.Bruno

Hi chinabali,The definition of a big butt is relative and certainly I would focus more on shape than size.  The ultimate size of your BBL result depends a lot on weight gain and loss, as well as how much fat survives the transfer.  The goal is to have your surgery when you are within 10-15 pounds of your ideal body weight and plan on an exaggerated transfer to balance the expected 30-50% fat loss.  This will help increase the duration of your result.  Based on your photos, I'm not sure you would have enough fat to achieve 1000cc per side, but an in person exam is usually necessary.  I would recommend you see a board certified plastic surgeon for an in person exam to help you understand what is possible.  I hope that helps.Best,Dr. B

Hello and thank you for your question!While it is possible to to put 1000 cc in each buttock, based on your photos and frame I think a more moderate 500-600 cc would be perfect for. Be sure to set up an in-person consultation with a surgeon who specializes in this surgery.Good luck!

Hello,Thank you for sharing the information, it is a pleasure for me to answer your question., Definitely the most appropriate is to start (tummy tuck, liposuction and BBL can also be included), you are a candidate perfect, for the procedure, with this you can eliminate all localized fat and flaccidity, you will get the best results and have a defined appearance according to your body.
It is advisable to consult with a certified plastic surgeon, for a goodevaluation, to provide you with all the information you need to know about the appropriate recommendations, so that you can achieve the desired goals in your body.
I hope this answer will help youMy best wishes for you...