When does most of the fat absorb after a fat transfer to buttocks?

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I had fat transfer almost 2 months ago and although none of the fat has really abosrbed im wondering when i can know for sure that the fat took

Johnny Franco, MD, FACS · Answer

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.

Carolina Restrepo, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. After surgery there is a predictable swelling process that mostly resolves over two months, when the final result really settles in.

Justin Yovino, MD, FACS · Answer

I find that it take a minimum of 4-6 weeks to hit a stability point but it make take up to 3 months for a final end point.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

Brazilian Butt Lift recovery time is dependent on how the patient’s body reacts to the procedure. Patients usually return to work after a week but you should not sit without the use of cushions for at least two weeks and you must wear a compression garment for several weeks after the procedure. You should wait until at least 2 weeks after the procedure to engage in sexual activity. Swelling and discomfort normally fades at six weeks. After about a month you will be mostly healed and you can get a nice idea of the permanent results after around six months.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
You are still early on the healing process, it can take up to six months to see your final results, so please be patient. Also keep in mind that after a BBL, only about 70% of the transferred fat cells will survive, so it is normal to see a minor reduction in your buttocks. If you have any concerns, I suggest you to follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Good luck :)

Ron Hazani, MD, FACS · Answer

In the first month. Please follow up with your doctor as these issues require the attention of a plastic surgeon.

Raj S. Ambay, MD · Answer

In my experience most of the fat resorption occurs between weeks 3 and 6.  However, it will continue to resorb over 6 months in small quantities.  This is very technique dependent.

Wendell Perry, MD · Answer

In my experience I see size of the buttocks decrease the 1st 2 to 3 weeks after that size stays consistent and the buttocks softens as it heals. You may keep all the size you have now.

George Lefkovits, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

I have found that if there is fat absorption following the Brazilan Butt Lift it happens in the first 6 weeks. Beyond that period it is uncommon to lose any further fat. I inform my patients of this possibilyt prior to surgery so there will not be any surprises. I find that absorption occurs in about 35% of the patients. These patients can undergo a second fat grafting procedure after about 3 months.There is usually very little absorption after a second grafting.

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