What is the BBL Recovery Time?
The majority of BBL recovery happens in the first four weeks, but the results continue to flourish up to the six month mark. We recommend patients avoid sitting for four weeks. Weight cannot be placed on the buttocks otherwise the outcome will be jeopardized. Patients are typically walking and showering the following day. Bruising and swelling typically only last for a few weeks, but may last a couple months for certain patients.
Is the BBL Safe?
Yes! Unsafe BBLs are the result of too much fat being injected, too deep into the muscle. At PH-1, we specialize on natural aesthetics, which means we only inject limited amounts of fat into the buttocks. The fat is injected above the muscle.
Does liposuction require draining?
Yes! We recommend our patients get lymphatic drainage massages, which expedites recovery, lowers risk of fibrosis, reduces post-surgical swelling, and overall increases the surgical outcome. We recommend 10-15 lymphatic drainage massages after a BBL.
If i am traveling to Miami for surgery, How long do i need to stay in Miami for recovery?
We recommend patients stay in Miami for at least a week after surgery for adequate recovery.
When will i see results of a BBL?
The results of a BBL are immediately visible. From the second the surgery is over, you’ll be able to see a more plump and firm butt than you have ever had before.
However, you won’t see your final results for a few months. There are two reasons for this. One is that there may be some initial swelling that needs to subside. The other is that it can take some time for the fat to “take” or absorb into your body.
Some of the initial volume you’ll see after fat grafting will fade as the body takes it up. You’ll retain around 60-80% of the transferred fat, but its size may dwindle over a few months. This is entirely normal, and we take this absorption into account during the fat transfer.
Over time, you’ll become even more satisfied with your results, and after around the six month mark you can expect the results to be permanent as long as you lead a healthy lifestyle and follow the instructions set out by Dr. Zach. Of course, you can expect some loss in firmness as you age naturally.
As far as scarring, it may take a year or two for your scars to fade into a mature level. But the scars can easily be covered with most swimsuits and shorts regardless.
What are the Benefits of a BBL?
Brazilian butt lifts are touted above other types of buttock enhancements, such as silicone implants, as they provide a more natural-looking result while creating more plumpness in your rear. This can help to reduce sagginess or shapelessness in the buttock region that otherwise occurs with age.
Additionally, certain figure imbalances can make clothing feel uncomfortable or ill-fitting. Addressing inconsistencies in your figure can also help to make your wardrobe even more useful.
On top of that, BBLs have a lower risk of infection compared to silicone implants and it has a better safety profile than some other types of plastic surgeries, mostly because it requires very small incisions.
Having the perfect butt can increase your self-image, improve your self-confidence, and boost your positive outlook overall. It can give you a brand new lease on life!
What are potential risks of a BBL?
Dr. Zach is a renowned plastic surgeon with years of clinical plastic surgery experience. You’re in good hands at PH-1, but as with any surgical procedure, there are some risks that you should know before moving forward.
The biggest risk of a BBL is that the fat does not hold in your butt in the ways that you were expecting. It’s important to remember that this fat works like all other types in your body, so fluctuations in weight or changes in age can affect its appearance.
Additionally, if your body fails to take up the grafted fat, it may require an additional one or two procedures to get things looking exactly how you wish.
However, the procedure does also pose the risk of anesthesia related illnesses or post-op infection. Not to mention, there might be some permanent scarring and you may feel uncomfortable for a few weeks following the surgery.
In extremely rare circ*mstances, a BBL can lead to a fat embolism in the heart or lungs if the injected fat enters the large veins in the buttock region. Again, this is extremely rare, but we value transparency and want you to know everything involved.
