I want to get a Brazilian Butt Lift but I heard it goes away in time, Is this true?

   After the first 6 weeks, the result is stable and permanent.  Yes, there are studies to document long term retention.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

This is a very common question as patients want the result
to last if they are going to undergo surgery.




Fat transfer has become so popular because it allows your
surgeon to use your own body tissue for the augmentation. Liposuction is performed over several areas
depending on the individual patient needs, and the amount of fat needed.



The results tend to last for years to come if your weight is
stable. Just like any liposuction
procedure, this does not prevent your body from being able to put on
weight.



With the fat transfer patients typically lose about 30% of
the fat that is initially transferred, the fat that is present six months
post-op will remain as long as your weight is stable. If you lose weight you can lose some of the
transferred fat, and if you gain weight you can increase the size of your
buttock. The benefit of the fat transfer
is that the fat is your own and acts just like the fat in other parts of your
body. The benefit of the Brazilian Butt
Lift is not only the fat transferred to your buttock but the shape
transformation. This new shape will last for years as you will now have more of
an hourglass figure than a square shape.



If you are at a healthy weight and maintain that you will be
able to enjoy your results for year to come.




When considering this procedure it is very important that
you have your procedure performed by a board certified plastic surgeon that
commonly performs this procedure.

About 60% of fat from the transfer is retained and the results are permanent. The size will change with your weight just as the rest of your body does. In other words, the fat acts like it was naturally there. You can get a good idea of the final result after 6 months.

Thank you for your question. Up to 25% of the transferred fat may not survive after a fat transfer procedure.. After this initial period, the rest of the fat is permanent. If you lose weight the transferred fat will dissipate along with the rest of the fat on your body. If you are gaining weight, then the fat cells will expand. So if you go through with this procedure just remember, whatever fat remains in the buttocks after a few months will remain. Women who are unhappy with the size of their buttocks frequently seek buttock enhancement. Some feel their buttocks lack shape, while others want to have a more sensuous backside by making them larger and rounder.Buttock enhancement is usually quite successful at making the bottom larger and shapelier. This has helped many women gain that more sensuous appearance. Best of luck!Dhaval M. PatelDouble board certified Plastic surgeonHoffman EstatesBarringtonOakbrookChicago

Hi there-

Provided that you are a good candidate, and that your surgery in performed by a surgeon with a lot of experience in the technique, and that you are very careful to follow all postoperative instructions and maintain yourself after the operation, the benefit of the Brazilian Butt Augmentation to your body contour should be permanent.

Even under the best of circumstances, 15-20% of the fat will be resorbed, thus the need to over-graft to some degree.

With changes in your body habitus (weight gains or losses), of course you should expect your body to change- just as it would have before surgery with changes in your weight. However, provided we are not talking about large swings in weight, the new silhouette you enjoy after the procedure should be maintained.