What is a Brazilian butt lift? The Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a cosmetic procedure that uses advanced liposuction and fat grafting techniques to enhance the size and shape of the buttocks and achieve a younger and perkier contour. Men and women who come in for a Brazilian butt lift consultation typically desire slimming down their abdomen and flanks while simultaneously increasing the size of their buttocks. This procedure may be done alone or may be combined with the use of butt implants for an additional boost of volume and contours. Dr. Cara Downey and Dr. Jamal Bullocks are the leading board-certified plastic surgeon in Houston who continuously performs hundreds of successful butt lift procedures on men and women all across Texas.
How much does a Brazilian butt lift cost in Houston? The average cost of a Brazilian Butt Lift in Houston typically ranges between $8,000 and $12,000. The total cost for your Brazilian Butt Lift will depend on factors such as your surgeon’s fee, the location of your procedure, and other miscellaneous medical expenses. At Heights Plastic Surgery, we accept cash and all major credit cards. We are also happy to offer financing through CareCredit® for patients. Because a Brazilian butt lift is typically more about cosmetic appearance and is less of a medical necessity, it is not covered by most insurance plans.
Am I a good candidate for a BBL surgery? At Heights Plastic Surgery, ideal candidates for a Brazilian Butt Lift experience the following concerns: Naturally small buttocks Asymmetry in the buttocks Disproportionate curves Ideal candidates for a Brazilian Butt Lift are in good general health and have realistic expectations of their potential results. The best way to determine if you are a good candidate for a Brazilian Butt Lift is to schedule your private consultation with Dr. Downey or Dr. Bullocks.
How do you perform BBL surgeries at Heights Plastic Surgery? In Houston Brazilian Butt Lift is an outpatient procedure that typically takes about 2 to 3 hours to complete. To begin, a general anesthetic will be administered to ensure you are comfortable and pain-free throughout your surgery. Dr. Downey or Dr. Bullocks will then perform gentle liposuction to remove fat from the chosen donor areas of the body, typically the back, flanks, arms, or abdomen. The harvested fat is collected and purified to ensure only healthy tissue and cells are used for transfer into the buttocks. The fat is then strategically and carefully injected into areas of the buttocks that require lift and reshaping. Butt implants may be used at this time to enhance the results of your Brazilian Butt Lift procedure.
What does recovery after a Brazilian butt lift look like? For the first 24 hours following your Brazilian Butt Lift Houston patients may experience some pain, soreness, swelling, and bruising around your treated areas. Dr. Downey or Dr. Bullocks will provide you with prescription medication that can help manage your pain. You will also be asked to wear a surgical compression garment to reduce swelling and promote proper healing. It is important that you refrain from sitting on your bottom or lay on your back for two to three weeks following your Brazilian Butt Lift. Doing so may compromise your expected results. Patients typically report returning to work and normal daily activities after about four weeks following their Brazilian Butt Lift treatment; however, it is important to wait until given clearance from Dr. Downey or Dr. Bullocks.
