Enhance Your Curves with a Brazilian Butt Lift in Chicago

A curvier, more youthful silhouette is within reach with a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). This advanced procedure reshapes your body by removing unwanted fat from specific areas and strategically transferring it to the buttocks. Under the expertise of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Florence Mussat, patients can achieve a natural, fuller, and lifted appearance without implants.

Why Consider a Brazilian Butt Lift?

Aging, genetics, and weight fluctuations can lead to a loss of volume and firmness in the buttocks. A BBL offers a natural enhancement using your own fat, avoiding the need for synthetic implants while also contouring other areas of the body through liposuction. If you desire a more sculpted and youthful figure, a BBL might be the perfect solution.

Ideal Candidates for Brazilian Butt Lift Surgery

The best candidates for a BBL are those who:

• Are in good overall health and maintain a stable weight
• Have realistic expectations for their results
• Possess sufficient fat in areas like the abdomen, flanks, thighs, or lower back for transfer
• Desire improved buttock shape and volume without implants
• Understand the procedure, recovery time, and potential risks
• Are committed to following post-surgical guidelines for optimal results

The Brazilian Butt Lift Procedure

Dr. Mussat performs BBL surgery as an outpatient procedure using general anesthesia. The surgery generally lasts 2 to 4 hours, depending on the patient’s specific needs. The procedure consists of three main steps:

• Liposuction: Excess fat is removed from unwanted areas, such as the abdomen, flanks, thighs, or lower back, to sculpt the body and collect viable fat for transfer.
• Fat Purification: The extracted fat is processed using advanced techniques to ensure only the healthiest fat cells are reinjected.
• Fat Grafting: The purified fat is carefully injected into the buttocks to create a natural lift, improved contour, and increased volume.

Following surgery, patients wear a compression garment to reduce swelling and support healing. Initial results are noticeable immediately, but the final outcome becomes evident after three to six months, once the swelling has subsided and the transferred fat has settled.

Recovery and Aftercare

Recovery after a BBL is crucial to achieving long-lasting results. Here are some key points:

• First two weeks: Avoid sitting directly on your buttocks and sleeping on your stomach or sides.
• Weeks three to six: Gradually reintroduce sitting with the help of a BBL pillow to offload pressure.
• Six weeks and beyond: Light activity and low-impact exercise can resume, with full exercise clearance around the two-month mark.
• Long-term maintenance: Maintain a stable weight and follow a healthy lifestyle to preserve your results.

Skinny BBL Procedure

For those with minimal body fat, a Skinny BBL offers a way to achieve a more contoured and lifted buttock appearance. This procedure is similar to the traditional Brazilian Butt Lift but is tailored to individuals with a leaner physique. Dr. Mussat employs specialized liposuction techniques to harvest small amounts of fat available from areas like the abdomen, lower back, or thighs. This procedure focuses on meticulous fat collection and purification, ensuring that only the healthiest fat cells are used for reinjection.

Since candidates for a Skinny BBL have less fat available for transfer, the results may be subtler compared to those achieved through a traditional BBL. Nevertheless, the outcome is a naturally enhanced buttock shape, with improved contour and volume that complements the patient’s slender frame.

During your comprehensive BBL consultation Dr. Mussat will assess your suitability for a Skinny BBL. Post-operative care involves wearing compression garments, avoiding direct pressure on the buttocks, and following specific recovery guidelines to optimize the results.

Brazilian Butt Lift FAQs

How does a Brazilian Butt Lift differ from butt implants? 

A BBL enhances the buttocks using your body’s natural fat, whereas implants involve inserting silicone devices to add volume. BBL results tend to look and feel more natural.

Is the fat transfer permanent? 

While some of the transferred fat is naturally reabsorbed by the body, about 60 to 80% survives and integrates permanently. Maintaining a stable weight helps preserve the results.

How long is the recovery period? 

Most patients need about 2 to 3 weeks of downtime, with full recovery taking several months.

Can I sit after my BBL surgery? 

To maximize fat survival, avoid sitting directly on your buttocks for at least two weeks. Use a BBL pillow when necessary.

Can I achieve a natural look with a Skinny BBL?

Yes, a Skinny BBL can provide a natural enhancement by using your body’s own fat, typically harvested from areas with minimal fat deposits. Dr. Mussat’s expertise ensures that the results are proportionate and harmonious with the rest of your body.

Will there be noticeable scarring? 

Scarring is minimal. Tiny incisions from liposuction and fat injection heal discreetly over time and fade significantly.

How soon can I return to exercising? 

Patients can typically resume low-impact activities after four to six weeks. High-intensity workouts should be postponed until at least eight weeks post-surgery.

Are there risks associated with a Brazilian Butt Lift? 

As with any surgery, risks include infection, fat embolism, asymmetry, or fat reabsorption. Choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Mussat minimizes these risks.

Can I combine my BBL with other procedures? 

Yes! Many patients combine their BBL with liposuction, a tummy tuck, or thigh lift for more comprehensive body contouring.

When will I see my final results? 

Initial results appear immediately, but the final outcomes take about 3 to 6 months as swelling subsides and the fat stabilizes.

How do I know if I am a good candidate? 

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Mussat to discuss your goals, evaluate your body composition, and determine if a BBL is right for you.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

If you’re ready to achieve a more sculpted, youthful figure, Dr. Florence Mussat is here to help. Contact our Chicago office online or call (312) 751-9000 to schedule your consultation and begin your journey to a shapelier silhouette!