It’s no secret that most women (along with many men) would love a better butt. Butt implants are a well known solution for providing just that in the beauty world to many satisfied patients. The Brazilian butt lift (BBL) achieves a similar goal, but through a more natural approach.
The BBL works by a regular liposuction procedure (usually targeting an area that could benefit from significant fat loss such as the abdomen or thighs. The fat drawn is then separated from any other substances such as blood or rogue connective tissue, then the final product is injected into the buttocks at multiple sites for even distribution. If you’re considering a BBL surgery, it’s important to know what to expect. Here is some information on what to expect before, during, and after the procedure to help you make an informed decision.
Pre-Op
The first step in getting your Brazilian Butt Lift surgery is to talk to a doctor in order to see if this procedure is fit for you. You will talk through your body type, goals, allergies, medications, and so on. The best candidates for this procedure are people who desire a shapelier and fuller butt, and have enough fat on them elsewhere to draw enough fat from to inject into the buttocks in order to achieve desirable results.
If you are a favorable candidate, just make sure to abstain from alcohol, nicotine, avoid sitting for at least 3 weeks, start and maintain a healthy lifestyle a few weeks before surgery to prepare your body to heal, setting you up for success before you even get the procedure.
Brazilian Butt Lift Aftercare
Congratulations! You went through with quite a heavy procedure, but now what? Well here are a few tips to maximize the effectiveness of your procedure and stay comfortable doing it:
Keep Your Lifestyle Clean
Just as we recommended avoiding smoking and alcohol for a few weeks before your surgery, we recommend abstaining after the procedure for at least a few weeks. However, it is preferable to avoid those substances until your recovery is complete, as they both significantly undermine the healing process of your BBL.
Skip The Sit
Also avoid sitting for at least the first 3 weeks of recovery, but preferable longer if you can help it. As annoying and difficult as it may be, remember that the fat cells injected into your buttocks are living things and in a sensitive state. During the recovery period, they begin to establish themselves and receive blood flow to function well and permanently. If you sit during this crucial process, it can cut off blood flow and hamper the final results.
Comfort Is King
Set up a comfortable recovery space with bobby pillows and wear comfy loose clothing. Both of these will help you avoid pressuring the area, not only further setting you up for success, but also making the downtime and recovery process as comfortable as possible.
Final Thoughts On Brazilian Butt Lift Surgery
There are many paths to a better butt, but none provide a more natural look and feel as the Brazilian butt lift surgery. The fact that it simultaneously provides the slimming and contouring benefits of a liposuction from your most fat-affected areas might be the greatest bonus in the world of beauty procedures!
As amazing a procedure as it is, the BBL is an invasive procedure, so make sure to do your homework and find an experienced surgeon to talk to and see if it’s right for you. While we can’t make the recovery process easier for you, we can certainly make finding the best and nearest surgeon for you a cinch! Check out our directory to start the journey to your dream body today!