Surgeon says he only wants to do 500cc in each butt cheek. I am concerned this is not enough to achieve the look I want (Photo)

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The first few are befores and afters that I feel look like me, and the results she got is what I'm wanting for myself. The rest are pictures of me. I am 142 lbs and 5'3. My surgeon says he will remove the fat from my lower back and sides and abdominals. And he only wants to do 500cc each cheek. Do you think these first two results are attainable for me (on 500cc each cheek)?? If not, how much do you think I need? Help! I've got such anxiety over all of this. Thank you!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Based upon the goal pictures, you may need closer to 1000 cc per buttock.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

John L. Burns Jr., MD · Answer

If you have concerns or doubts going into a procedure I think it is reasonable to get several opinions.

Erika Sato, MD, FACS · Answer

I think 500cc to each side is way to conservative given your wish photos. Remember 30-50% of the fat volume is lost over the first 3-6 months after surgery, so you must plan for that. You need to put more in so that you are left with a decent amount. Make sure you picked a board certified PS that does a lot of this procedure. Ask to see before/after photos. I find that PS that are new to this type of procedure are hesitant to place more than 500cc to each side. This may be a red flag. Ask them their reasoning for this number.

Ricardo Ventura, MD · Answer

Hello, thanks for your question. Consult with your surgeon prior to surgery what you're looking for and what you want, he will recommend you what is better for you in your actual case/body size. I think this can be discussed, I think you can have more on each buttock cheek. Good luck!

Alfredo Longo, MD · Answer

The best way to give you an opinion is with an evaluation. However rember that the procedure is a combination of add (lipoinyection) and subtract (liposuction) fat. If you trust your surgeon and your surgeon beliebes that balance could be achieved this way, may be it is.

Umeng David Thao, MD · Answer

Thanks for your photos. You are a great candidate for BBL. The amount of fat put in will also depend on how much fat you have. In my opinion, 500cc should be the minimum in order to achieve the desired result in the 'wish pics'. Best wishes to you!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I find that in most patients I have to put  more than 500 cc per buttock to make a significant difference.   Smaller women , maybe.

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

With the fat that you have now, you can have great results! For fat transfer keep in mind that for best results and the absolute highest yield of fat you should use High Definition liposuction with VASER technology, as well as Puregraft fat transfer. You should really consider high definition liposuction of your abdomen, flanks, thighs, and lower back with fat transfer to your buttocks which will give results that will amaze you. Please consider a consultation from a high definition liposuction provider.

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