When may Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) not be suitable?

A Brazilian Butt Lift is a surgical contouring procedure that combines liposuction with fat transfer to enhance buttock volume, shape, and projection using the patient's own fat rather than implants.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

The procedure may not be appropriate, or may need to be postponed, when:

• There is insufficient donor fat available for a meaningful transfer.
• Weight is unstable or major weight change is expected soon.
• Uncontrolled medical conditions, bleeding disorders, or healing concerns increase surgical risk.
• The patient smokes and cannot follow the required preoperative cessation plan.
• Expectations involve excessive volume that is not compatible with the patient's anatomy or available fat.
• The patient is unable to follow recovery instructions, including avoiding direct pressure on the buttocks during the initial healing period.

INDICATIONS

A Brazilian Butt Lift may be suitable for patients who:

• Want greater buttock fullness, projection, or improved shape with their own fat.
• Have enough donor fat in areas such as the abdomen, waist, back, or thighs.
• Have lost buttock volume after notable weight loss or body changes.
• Wish to improve the balance between the waist, hips, and buttocks.
• Are in stable general health and have a reasonably stable weight.
• Understand that final volume develops gradually and that some fat absorption is expected.

Note: This article is for general patient education and does not determine individual suitability. Final recommendations, planning and expected recovery are determined after medical assessment and consultation.