Brazilian Butt Lift

The Brazilian Butt Lift, more commonly and casually known as the “BBL,” is a procedure that uses fat cells from other parts of the body, to help enhance the size and shape of the buttocks. This procedure uses techniques from our liposuction procedure to help harvest healthy, viable fat cells, leaving the donor areas more toned and slim.

If you are interested in enhancing your natural curves, look no further than Scottsdale Plastics!

Led by Dr. Robert G. Bonillas, Scottsdale Plastics has become a destination for those interested in improving their aesthetic appearance. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Bonillas has developed a reputation for his personable approach, conversing openly with each patient to help them achieve their goals.

To schedule your Brazilian Butt Lift consultation with Dr. Bonillas, please call (480) 245-6380 or contact us online!

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About Brazilian Butt Lifts

The Brazilian Butt Lift is a procedure designed to help each patient improve the aesthetics of their behind. Dr. Bonillas uses a process called autologous fat grafting to sculpt each patient’s new figure, meaning that he removes fat from other parts of the body and reinjects it into the buttocks for cosmetic purposes. ⁽¹⁾ This process also minimizes the risk of an allergic reaction, while providing stunning, natural-looking results. This procedure is one of the most widely performed in the country, being the most popular cosmetic surgical procedure in the years 2021, 2022, and 2023. ^{(2, 3)}

Benefits of a Brazilian Butt Lift

Many benefits can be experienced after receiving a Brazilian Butt Lift. Patients can experience an improved silhouette and enhanced figure after improving the roundness and fullness of their buttocks. Because this procedure uses one’s body fat, the results look and feel more natural compared to those with artificial implants, and the risk of allergic reaction is significantly lowered. Brazilian Butt Lifts also offer patients dual benefits, toning the fat-harvesting sites while sculpting the buttocks. This procedure leaves minimal scarring, with each treatment being fully customized to fit each patient. The results of a Brazilian Butt Lift are long-lasting, with many patients experiencing permanent results.

To find out how you may benefit from a Brazilian Butt Lift, please call (480) 245-6380 or contact us online and a member of our team will be in touch shortly.

Ideal Candidates

Ideal candidates for a Brazilian Butt Lift include those interested in augmenting their buttocks for a larger, more shapely appearance, without the use of artificial implants. Candidates will need to have extra body fat that can be used for the fat grafting procedure, ideally 6-8 pounds.

All candidates interested in a Brazilian Butt Lift should be in good overall health, free of any underlying medical conditions that may impair healing.

Personal Consultation

Each patient will be asked to attend a personal consultation with Dr. Bonillas before scheduling their Brazilian Butt Lift. He will discuss each detail of the procedure, as well as each of your concerns, treatment goals, and medical history. This is to assess your candidacy and ensure you have a healthy outlook and realistic expectations.

Dr. Bonillas will perform a medical examination on the buttocks to evaluate their condition. He may take photographs or measurements to craft the best treatment plan for you. Once established, he will provide pre-operative and post-operative instructions, as well as an all-inclusive quote.

Dr. Bonillas encourages you to prepare questions for this consultation, as this meeting is completely dedicated to you and your custom procedure. Our team is more than happy to help address any concerns you may have, no matter how big or small.

To schedule your consultation and receive your custom treatment plan, please call our Scottsdale office at (480) 245-6380 or contact us online.

Preparation

Dr. Bonillas will provide each patient with a set of preparation instructions to help them prepare for their Brazilian Butt Lift procedure. Patients will need to be mindful about how they sit or lie down during their recovery process, but will receive guidance from Dr. Bonillas and his team. Transportation home, as well as assistance throughout healing, should be pre-arranged. Dr. Bonillas may also ask patients to avoid certain medications or supplements, primarily those with blood-thinning properties. If applicable, smoking should be ceased several weeks before treatment.

Procedure

Each Brazilian Butt Lift procedure begins with the administration of anesthesia, ensuring each patient’s comfort. Liposuction techniques will be used to harvest fat cells from different areas of the body, including the thighs, abdomen, or flanks. Dr. Bonillas will use a specialized piece of equipment called a cannula to help gently break down and suction unwanted fat deposits. ⁽⁴⁾ The harvested tissue is then processed, separating the healthy cells from other matter, before being reinjected into the treatment area. The incisions will then be closed after contouring the area to each patient’s desire. After recovering from anesthesia, each patient will be released home to continue healing. The duration of each Brazilian Butt Lift may vary depending on several factors, but it often takes between 2-4 hours on average.

Recovery

Following their procedure, patients need to take time away from work and other social activities. Swelling, redness, and bruising are normal to experience, but any discomfort can be managed through the use of medication. Dr. Bonillas will place a compression garment on each patient to help support the healing process for a few weeks after the procedure. Patients are also advised to avoid sitting for long periods of time and to sleep on their backs, or a cushioned surface, to avoid putting too much pressure on the buttocks.

Results

Patients will be able to enjoy the full effects of their new contours once any residual swelling subsides. The shape and size of the buttocks will be enhanced, improving one’s body proportions and overall figure. The donor site from which the fat cells are collected may also appear slimmer. Because the procedure utilizes each patient’s own fat, a more natural look and feel can be enjoyed in the tissue. The results of a Brazilian Butt lift are long-lasting, with results often being permanent. However, healthy lifestyle habits should be implemented to prolong these effects. This procedure is associated with a high satisfaction rate, especially when an expert such as Dr. Bonillas performs it.

Corresponding Procedures

There are many other procedures that Dr. Bonillas may perform in conjunction with a Brazilian Butt Lift for a more dramatic effect. Popular complementary treatments include the thigh lift and mommy makeover!

To learn more about the other procedures we offer, please read the Beauty Talk blog!

Cost of a Brazilian Butt Lift in Scottsdale, Arizona

The cost of each Brazilian Butt Lift will vary, as each procedure is fully customized to help you achieve your ideal figure. Dr. Bonillas takes each patient’s unique physical anatomy and health history into account when crafting their treatment, making it difficult to provide an estimated cost before each consultation. An all-inclusive quote will be provided once each treatment plan can be established. Scottsdale Plastics is also partnered with multiple reputable lending companies to help you finance the cost of their procedure.

To schedule your personal consultation and unlock the cost of your custom Brazilian Butt Lift, please contact us online or call (480) 245-6380.

To learn more about our financing options, please refer to Financing.

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References

1. Serbülent Güzey, Ayça Ergan Şahin. Brazilian Butt Lift: An Experience Over 3000 Patients. Aesthetic plastic surgery. Published online April 5, 2024. doi:https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-024-03965-8
2. American Society of Plastic Surgeons ® Endorsed Partner.; 2023. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/news/statistics/2023/plastic-surgery-statistics-report-2023.pdf
3. American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons ® Procedural Statistics Data Insights Partners: 2022 ASPS Procedural Statistics Release.; 2023. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/News/Statistics/2022/plastic-surgery-statistics-report-2022.pdf
4. Bartow MJ, Raggio BS. Liposuction. PubMed. Published 2022. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK563135/