Butt Lift FAQ
Bridgewater plastic surgeons at Advanced Liposuction Center want clients to know that you don’t have to live with a derriere that is slack and sagging. Our Brazilian Butt Lift procedure can restore volume, firmness and youthful perkiness to your backside with a minimal amount of discomfort and downtime.
Below are some frequently asked questions about this cosmetic surgery to help you find out if it’s right for you:
Q: What’s the procedure for a butt lift?
A: A butt lift is one of our fat transfer procedures. Our expert cosmetic surgeons will remove fat from an area of your body where you have an excess that you’d like to see reduced (common areas include thighs, abdomen, “love handles”) and inject it into the area of your buttocks that needs volume.
Q: Who is the ideal candidate for a Brazilian Butt Lift?
A: Any woman or man who wants to improve the shape and overall appearance of their buttocks, is in good general health and has excess fat to donate for the procedure from another part of their body will most likely be able to have a butt lift. Patients who are extremely thin with no fat that can be used for a transfer may have to consider other options.
Q: What are the benefits of a butt lift over implants?
A: Since the butt lift procedure uses your own fat, there is no chance of rejection or allergic reaction. The butt lift procedure produces more natural looking and attractive results than implants as well. Implants can only increase volume in a single targeted area whereas the butt lift procedure allows for sculpting and contouring for an overall better result.
Q: What is the recovery period like?
A: We recommend that patients plan to take off 7-10 days from work following the Brazilian Butt Lift procedure. It will be critical to avoid sitting directly on your buttocks for several weeks following surgery to ensure a permanent result. Special pillows are available for use during the recovery period.
Q: How Long Does The Procedure Takes?
On the day of surgery you will need to stay for at least 5 hours at the hospital, since the surgery may take around 3-4 hours. Since you won’t be conscious during the surgery you won’t feel the surgery took a long time and rest of the time will be used to get ready for surgery and help you prepare to go home safely.
Q: For How Long The Butt Lift Results Last?
Fortunately, all the results of butt lift are permanent, since the fat used to added volume in your butt is your own fat, which means it’s going to last forever and your butt isn’t going to deflate either, which makes this treatment a perfect option for anyone who wants a better appearance for their butt.
Q: Am I A Good Candidate For Butt Lift?
You are a good candidate for butt lift if you are unsatisfied by the shape and size of your butt and want them to look better. As long as a patient is unsatisfied with their butt appearance they can get this treatment and feel confident with their results. However, before going for the surgery you must make sure you aren’t planning to get pregnant soon, don’t have any serious health condition and doesn’t smoke.
If you smoke then quit it 4 weeks before the surgery, as smoking interferes with the healing process.
Is Butt Lift Safe?
Unfortunately butt lift isn’t completely safe, just like many other surgeries. The biggest complication of this surgery is fat necrosis which may case a lump of fat on the treated area, fortunately it can be corrected later, so you don’t have to worry about it even if you develop one. Not to mention, not every patient experiences this complication, some patients experience a side effect surgery since the chances of side effects are less.
How Soon Should I Sit Or Sleep On My Back After BBL?
Activities that put pressure on your treated area, such as sitting or sleeping on back should be avoided for at least 2 to 6 weeks to make sure you receive optimal results. It’s because the newly transferred fat fells are still working to establish blood supply, applying pressure during this process can make it harder for new cells to survive. So, make sure you are using your special BBL pillow or cushion whenever you sit, and place pressure on your thighs, not buttocks. You will also be recommend to sleep on your stomach or sides to make sure the treated area is safe and heals effectively. Also, remember your healing timeline may vary, and are based on individual’s circumstances.
What Happens To The Fat That Doesn’t Survive After Fat Transfer?
BBL is a procedure that takes fat cells from a donor area and transfers them to the butt, most of the time your body accepts these cells, but there are chances of rejection because of body’s natural healing process. Fortunately, about 60-80% of the fat cells will survive to the new area, but the rejected ones will be reabsorbed by the body and will be eliminated naturally, and luckily they won’t even cause any harm or complications to your body! But there are some other factors like your surgeon’s technique, patient’s overall health, and how post-operative care is handled. To make sure all fat cells are settled well at the new site, make sure to not put any pressure on the treated area, follow all recovery instructions, and maintain a healthy weight!
What Areas Are Usually Used To Harvest Fat For BBL?
When harvesting fat for BBL usually areas with excess fat will be used, these donor sites can include abdomen, flanks, lower back, things and sometimes arms.
To find out if the Brazilian Butt Lift if the best procedure for you, contact any of our Pittsburgh area offices for a free consultation by calling: 724-683-7581.