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A Brazilian butt lift is a popular term given by the general population and it basically represents the performing of liposuction in the body to remove fat and subsequently place it artistically into the buttocks to enhance the appearance of the buttocks, being that the buttocks is a popular anatomic site in Brazil. That's why they probably chose that term.

Why Is It Called a Brazilian Butt Lift?

Mel T. Ortega, MD

Dr. Mel Ortega explains the possible reasoning behind the butt lift and its relation to Brazil.

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Why Is It Called a Brazilian Butt Lift?

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