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Buttock fat grafting (lipofilling)

Buttock fat grafting, or BBL, increases buttock volume by reinjecting your own fat, harvested by liposuction from areas where it is in excess.

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What is it?

Buttock fat grafting, also called a Brazilian Butt Lift, is a cosmetic surgery technique that combines the suction of fat from areas where it is in excess and the transfer of that fat to increase the volume of the buttocks. It uses your own fatty tissue. A consultation allows us to assess your project and answer your questions.

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Process

Pre-operative consultation
During this first step, our medical team will determine whether you are a good candidate for buttock fat grafting.
Preparation
Specific instructions on preparing for the procedure will be given to you, including: stopping smoking, avoiding certain medications, hydrating your skin, etc.
Procedure
The fat-harvesting areas are first anesthetized. Then, the fat is suctioned, purified, and reinjected into your buttocks.
Recovery
After the procedure, a period of rest and recovery is necessary to allow your body to heal.
Final result
The final result is visible about 3 months later. Your buttocks will have a rounder and more shapely appearance.

Why choose our clinic?

Expertise
Our surgeons are recognized experts in buttock fat grafting, having successfully performed numerous procedures.
Natural results
As the fat is your own tissue, the result blends naturally into the silhouette; the final volume accounts for the resorption of part of the graft.
Post-operative follow-up
Comprehensive post-operative follow-up supports healing, the compression garment and the return to activity.

Expected results

2hDuration of the procedure
70%Recovery after 2 weeks
100%Recovery after 12 weeks

Before / after results

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Buttock fat grafting (BBL): principle and technique

This section explains what buttock fat grafting is: a two-part procedure that combines liposuction and the reinjection of your own fat to reshape the silhouette.

A two-part procedure: harvesting and reinjection

Buttock fat grafting, or the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), combines two complementary stages: liposuction that harvests your own fat from areas where it is in excess (belly, waist, back, etc.), then the reinjection of this purified fat into the buttocks to increase their volume and improve their shape. The advantage of the technique is that it uses autologous tissue, meaning tissue taken from your own body.

What the technique allows

Increase the volume of the buttocks in a natural way.
Improve projection and shape according to the anatomy.
Refine the harvesting areas at the same time (waist, back).
Harmonize the overall silhouette rather than a single area.

Fat grafting or implants?

Fat grafting uses your own fat, whereas buttock implants rely on silicone prostheses. The choice depends on the amount of fat available, your goals and the clinical examination. Your surgeon guides you toward the most suitable option, after discussing the advantages and limits of each.

Good candidate and indications

Fat grafting requires having a sufficient reserve of fat. Here are the factors that help determine who can benefit from it.

A generally favorable profile

Having a sufficient reserve of fat to harvest.
A relatively stable weight and good general health.
A wish for natural-looking volume and shape.
Realistic expectations and no contraindication.

Points discussed during the consultation

When the available fat is limited, the transferable volume may be restricted: your surgeon takes this into account. Stopping smoking, certain medications and preparation are discussed in order to optimize fat take and make the procedure safer.

Anesthesia, procedure and aftercare

The procedure and the first few weeks involve specific guidelines linked to fat take. The benchmarks below are general.

Anesthesia and procedure

The procedure is generally performed under general anesthesia. The fat is first suctioned, then prepared and reinjected in small amounts distributed throughout the buttocks to promote its take. The duration depends on the volumes treated and the extent of the harvesting areas.

Aftercare and positioning

A compression garment is usually worn over the harvesting areas. To preserve the reinjected fat during the fat-take phase, your surgeon may recommend limiting direct pressure on the buttocks (sitting position) for a defined period and using a suitable cushion. These guidelines are personalized.

Return to activity

Light walking is encouraged early on; intense efforts and sport are resumed gradually according to medical approval. Swelling and bruising on the treated areas are common during the first few weeks.

Results, durability and safety

The result of fat grafting is assessed once fat take is established and swelling has resolved. Here are realistic benchmarks.

Timeline of the result

First few weeks: volume increased by swelling, not a final appearance.
First few months: part of the fat may be reabsorbed, which is expected.
Stabilized result: often appreciated around three months, once fat take is established.

Durability

The fat that remains in place after the reabsorption phase tends to be maintained over time. A stable weight helps preserve the result, because the transferred fat cells respond to weight changes like the rest of the body.

Safety and precautions

Buttock fat grafting should be performed by a qualified team, in a suitable setting, because the technique involves specific requirements. Like any surgery, it presents risks that are explained during the consultation. Following post-operative guidelines and check-ups contributes to a safer recovery.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of buttock fat grafting?

The cost of buttock fat grafting varies depending on several factors, including the complexity of the procedure and the surgeon. A consultation is necessary to establish an accurate quote.

Is it painful?

The procedure is performed under general anesthesia. After the operation, you may feel temporary discomfort that will be managed with pain relievers.

Is buttock fat grafting safe?

Buttock fat grafting is a safe technique when performed by qualified plastic surgeons. Like any surgery, however, it carries risks and the possibility of complications.

Should I avoid sitting after buttock fat grafting?

The guidelines aim to limit pressure on the reinjected areas during the fat-take phase. Depending on the protocols, your surgeon may recommend avoiding sitting directly on the buttocks for a defined period and using a suitable cushion. The exact arrangements are specified on a case-by-case basis.

Is some of the reinjected fat reabsorbed?

Part of the transferred fat may be naturally reabsorbed by the body in the first few months, which is expected. The volume that remains in place then tends to stabilize. Your surgeon takes this into account when planning and explains realistic expectations to you.