Surgical and Non-Surgical Brazilian Butt Lift

Brazilian Butt Lift

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Unlock Your Curves, Embrace Your Confidence

Do you love your body but wish for a bigger, perkier butt? If so, you may be interested in learning more about surgical and non-surgical Brazilian butt lift procedures at Burt & Will Plastic Surgery and Dermatology that add volume and fullness to the buttocks. Instead of using artificial implants, a surgical Brazilian butt lift incorporates a technique called fat grafting, in which your own fat is harvested from a donor area (e.g., your abdomen or thighs) and transplanted to your buttocks. For a non-surgical approach, injections of Sculptra®, an FDA-approved injectable, are used to increase volume by activating the skin’s natural regenerative process to replenish lost collagen. Dr. Tripti Burt offers both surgical and non-surgical Brazilian butt lift procedures to her patients at the Burr Ridge, Plainfield, and Morris office locations.

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What Is a BBL?

A Brazilian butt lift enhances the shape and fullness of the buttocks using a patient’s fat. During this gluteal augmentation method, we transfer fat from areas with excess fat like the abdomen, thighs, or flanks, and then inject it into the buttock area. Using your fat allows us to thin your waistline while enhancing curves, and it gives us the ability to customize your treatment by injecting the fat right where you want more volume.

The Science Behind Fat Transfer in a BBL

Once fat is transferred to the buttocks, it relies on nearby blood vessels to establish a new blood supply and survive. In the first few weeks, only a portion of the injected fat cells successfully integrate into the surrounding tissue, while the rest are naturally reabsorbed by the body. Modern strategies such as including proper processing and injection techniques help maximize fat retention.

Why Choose a BBL?

Improve Body Contours

Butt contouring with a Brazilian butt lift does more than add volume—it refines the entire lower body. The fat transfer process allows us to sculpt other areas that you may not be happy with such as the waist, hips, or thighs. With the BBL, we can create a more proportional silhouette and remove stubborn fat. Fat grafting also adapts to natural movement and provides a soft and natural shape.

Improve the Fit of Clothing

Changes in body shape can affect how clothes fit, and a Brazilian butt lift can make a noticeable difference. Jeans, dresses, and fitted clothing often sit better on fuller, more sculpted buttocks. Many patients find they no longer need to size up in pants or deal with excess fabric in the waist area.

Long-Lasting Butt Augmentation

Because a Brazilian butt lift uses the patient’s fat cells, the results can be long-lasting. The fat cells that survive the treatment will become a permanent part of the buttock area. While changes can occur over time because of aging or weight changes, patients can enjoy the results of a BBL for many years.

Immediate Visible Results

The effects of a BBL are noticeable right away, though some swelling, fluid retention, and a certain degree of grafted fat cell death are expected in the first few weeks. As healing progresses, you will begin to see the full results. If you are looking for a visible transformation without waiting for months of gradual changes, this surgical method may be the right choice for you.

Who Is the Right Candidate for a BBL?

You may be a candidate for a Brazilian butt lift if you’ve experienced significant weight loss, noticed postpartum changes, or have a genetic flatness of the buttock. Because a surgical approach uses the fat harvested from your own body to plump and lift the buttocks, you must have a little excess fullness in your abdomen, hips, or thighs. You should also be a good candidate for surgery in general. This means being in good overall health, being a non-smoker, and not having any other contraindications such as pregnancy.

Does a BBL Address Loose Skin?

A Brazilian butt lift primarily enhances volume and shape but does not tighten loose skin. Fat transfer adds fullness, which can create a slightly firmer appearance, but if you have significant loose skin around the buttocks, you may need skin tightening treatments or surgery to remove the loose skin.

Brazilian Butt Lift vs. Butt Implants

While a Brazilian buttock lift only uses your own tissue, implants involve the insertion of silicone devices for augmentation. A BBL offers a shorter recovery period and can also provide a more natural look and feel. Implants offer a fixed shape and size, which can be an advantage for those who are naturally lean or lack sufficient fat for transfer. However, they come with the risks of shifting, capsular contracture, and infection. At our practice, we use the BBL technique as well as Sculptra, a non-surgical alternative.

What Is Sculptra?

Sculptra stimulates collagen production to gradually enhance volume and improve skin structure. This injectable treatment contains poly-L-lactic acid, which helps restore fullness in areas with volume loss. The results develop over time as the body produces new collagen, producing a subtle, natural-looking increase in volume. Since the effects build gradually, patients will need multiple sessions to see the best results.

Benefits of Sculptra BBL

No Downtime or Incisions

Sculptra injections are minimally invasive and do not require surgery so recovery is easier. You can go back to your schedule right away, though you may have a little swelling or bruising. Since the procedure does not involve fat transfer or implants, there is no need for compression garments or restrictions on sitting.

Natural Collagen Production for Firmer Skin

Collagen supports the skin’s structure, helping maintain volume while improving elasticity. As new collagen forms, the skin over the buttocks becomes firmer, creating a smoother and more lifted appearance. This can be beneficial for patients with uneven skin since the treatment adds volume while also improving skin texture.

Subtle Enhancement

Results with Sculptra develop more gradually with controlled volume increase that blends naturally with the body’s proportions. Sculptra BBL is a good option for patients looking for enhancement that looks more subtle. The ability to customize treatment over multiple sessions also means that the final result can align well with your desired shape and contour.

Who Is the Right Candidate for Sculptra?

If you do not have enough donor fat in one of these areas, choosing Sculptra as a non-surgical option may be best for you to achieve the contours and volume you are looking for. Sculptra is also ideal for patients who would like to avoid surgery and instead prefer a minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment solution.

Preparing for Your BBL

  • Medical Evaluation and Lab Work: A full health assessment and blood tests may be required to make sure you’re a good candidate for surgery. Disclose all medications and medical history to your surgeon.
  • Medication and Supplement Restrictions: Blood thinners, aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, and certain herbal supplements should be stopped before surgery to reduce bleeding risks. Prescription medications may need adjustments, and it is important to consult with your doctor about any medications you are taking before your surgery.
  • Lifestyle Adjustments for Better Healing: Smoking and nicotine use should be avoided for several weeks before and after surgery because they restrict blood flow and slow healing. You should also focus on optimizing your health with a nutrient-rich diet and proper hydration leading up to your surgery.
  • Pre-Surgery Weight Considerations: A stable weight is recommended to maintain long-term results. We will need to confirm that you have enough donor fat in areas like the abdomen, flanks, or thighs for a successful fat transfer.

What to Expect From the Surgical Brazilian Butt Lift Procedure

A surgical Brazilian butt lift is an outpatient procedure that takes one to three hours and is performed under general anesthesia at a surgery center. First, Dr. Burt uses liposuction to harvest fat from your abdomen, hips, or thighs. The fat cells are purified so that only the best remain. Then, the fat is injected into strategic areas and depth in your buttocks. Dr. Burt injects the fat into the upper quadrant of your buttocks to “lift” it and give it a more youthful contour. A butt lift typically involves several injections to give volume, shape, and roundness to the buttocks. You may also enjoy the benefit of receiving liposuction on other parts of your body while receiving buttock augmentation with the harvested fat!

Recovering from a Surgical Brazilian Butt Lift

Your buttocks will be sore and swollen right after surgery, but this should disappear quickly. You will be provided a special compression garment for about three weeks to control the swelling and help your body’s tissues settle into the correct position. This helps to shape your buttocks as well as shape the areas that were liposuctioned. You will be asked to minimize sitting on your buttocks to avoid compression in this area directly. Many of our Naperville and Burr Ridge patients are able to return to work within a week.

Maintaining BBL Results

  • Keep a Stable Weight: Significant weight changes can affect fat distribution, potentially altering your Brazilian butt lift results. Maintaining a consistent weight helps preserve the enhanced contours.
  • Follow Post-Procedure Sitting Guidelines: Using a BBL pillow for the recommended time reduces pressure on the grafted fat and gives it the best chance to establish blood supply and survive long-term. Do not go back to putting direct pressure on the area until we let you know it’s okay. 
  • Stay Active Without Overdoing Cardio: Strength training exercises like squats and lunges help maintain volume and definition, while excessive cardio may lead to fat loss in the buttocks. Keep a good balance of activities as advised by your doctor. 
  • Prioritize a Nutrient-Rich Diet: Healthy fats, lean protein, and plenty of hydration support long-term fat retention and skin elasticity, keeping results looking smooth and natural.
  • Consider Maintenance Treatments: If volume loss occurs over time, non-surgical options like Sculptra BBL can enhance fullness by stimulating collagen production.
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What to Expect From Your Non-Surgical Brazilian Butt Lift Procedure

Non-surgical cosmetic procedures have become an extremely effective way to achieve a wide range of aesthetic goals, including an improved buttocks appearance. Sculptra is an FDA-approved dermal filler that stimulates collagen growth in the skin. Using Sculptra for a Brazilian butt lift, also known as a Sculptra Butt Lift, allows you to enhance contours, adding fullness and volume to a butt that has a flat appearance.

Dr. Burt will assess and mark the treatment region with you in a standing position. To improve comfort, a topical anesthetic will be used prior to the Sculptra injections. You will be standing up for a portion of the injections and then lying on your stomach. Once all of the Sculptra is placed in the treatment region, the area will be massaged for a few minutes.

Each treatment is performed in-office and can generally be completed in less than an hour. Most patients typically need two to four treatment sessions to achieve their desired results, with each treatment spaced in four to six-week intervals. As this procedure is non-invasive there is minimal to no downtime and you can anticipate returning to your everyday routine as usual.

It’s normal for some of the injected fat to dissolve on its own. To survive, the fat cells must develop their own blood supply, and not all cells can do so. Thus, Dr. Burt may over-inject your buttocks for the best results. By following the proper steps during your recovery period the results you achieve from your surgical Brazilian butt lift can last many years and often even decades without the need for any follow-up treatments.

Recovering from a Non-Surgical Brazilian Butt Lift

An initial volume increase will be seen following the procedure which is caused by the sterile water used to suspend the Sculptra particles for injection. Your body will naturally absorb this water during the first day or so following your procedure. Dr. Burt will also ask you to massage the treated area following your procedure to ensure the Sculptra particles distribute evenly through your buttocks. This will help deliver a fuller, more contoured appearance.

Your results will appear gradually, so remember to be patient during this process. The overall shape of your buttocks will continue improving with each of your treatment sessions in the following months. Once your results are achieved, they will be long-lasting! Sculptra can provide improved volume for two to three years.

The Importance of Choosing the Right Surgeon for Your BBL

A Brazilian butt lift requires a skilled, board-certified plastic surgeon to ensure safe fat transfer and natural-looking results. Look for a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, as this indicates proper training and expertise in both liposuction and fat grafting techniques. Experience matters—surgeons who regularly perform BBLs understand how to sculpt the body for a proportional, balanced outcome. Reviewing before-and-after photos helps confirm that their aesthetic approach aligns with your goals.

Beyond technical skills, a good surgeon should make you feel comfortable, listen to your concerns, and provide honest recommendations. Hospital privileges are another important factor since they indicate that the surgeon meets strict safety and credentialing standards. A consultation is the best time to ask about their experience, safety protocols, and approach to achieving long-lasting results.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Brazilian Butt Lifts

It’s normal for some of the injected fat to dissolve on its own. To survive, the fat cells must develop their own blood supply, and not all cells can do so. Thus, Dr. Burt may over-inject your buttocks for the best results.
By following the proper steps during your recovery period the results you achieve from your surgical Brazilian butt lift can last many years and often even decades without the need for any follow-up treatments.
Any surgical or non-surgical procedure carries some risks, and a Brazilian butt lift is no exception. Fat transfer must be performed carefully to avoid complications, such as fat embolism, infection, or irregular fat absorption. Proper technique, precise fat placement, and adherence to post-procedure care reduce risks and improve results. Sculptra injections have a different risk profile, primarily involving temporary swelling, bruising, or small nodules under the skin if not properly massaged after treatment. Choosing an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon minimizes these risks.
The cost of BBL surgery varies based on the complexity of fat transfer, areas treated with liposuction, and more. Pricing typically includes surgical fees, anesthesia, facility costs, post-operative garments, and follow-up visits. A consultation will give you a more accurate estimate based on your situation.
Most patients need at least one to two liters of fat from donor areas like the abdomen, flanks, back, or thighs to achieve noticeable results. The required fat volume depends on the patient’s goals, body type, and the surgeon’s technique. Patients with lower body fat may require liposuction from more areas or may need to consider alternative options like Sculptra.
When performed by an experienced surgeon, a Brazilian buttock lift creates a natural-looking shape that enhances the body’s proportions. The key to a natural result is proper fat placement, avoiding overfilling, and ensuring smooth transitions between the lower back, hips, and thighs. Since the transferred fat integrates with existing tissue, it moves and feels more natural than implants. Individual anatomy, fat retention, and post-procedure care also influence the final outcome.
Direct pressure on the buttocks should be avoided for at least two to three weeks after a Brazilian buttock lift to allow the transferred fat to establish proper blood supply. Sleeping on the stomach or side is recommended during the initial recovery period. Following these precautions helps maximize fat survival and maintain the final shape.
Sculptra BBL results develop gradually over several months. Unlike fat transfer, where volume is immediately noticeable, Sculptra stimulates collagen production, creating a slow, natural increase in fullness. Most patients start seeing visible improvements six to eight weeks after their first session, with final results appearing after the full treatment series is complete. Since collagen remodeling continues over time, results often improve for up to a year.
A Brazilian butt lift and Sculptra injections can be combined to enhance volume and improve skin quality. Patients who want additional refinement after fat transfer may benefit from Sculptra to smooth out minor irregularities or enhance projection. For those with limited donor fat, combining both methods can help achieve a fuller shape without relying solely on fat grafting. The best approach depends on your goals and our recommendation.
A Sculptra BBL can improve the appearance of hip dips by gradually adding volume to fill in hollow areas. If you are interested in resolving a lack of volume in this area, let us know and we can build it into your treatment plan.

Why Choose Burt & Will Plastic Surgery and Dermatology?

Dr. Tripti Dolly Burt brings both skill and artistry to every procedure, creating results that look natural and complement your body’s proportions. She specializes in body contouring and breast procedures, focusing on personalized treatments that align with each patient’s goals. Alongside her sister, Dr. Neena Will, a facial plastic surgeon, they offer a full range of surgical and non-surgical enhancements under one practice.

Explore Your Butt Augmentation Options in Burr Ridge, IL

Both a Brazilian butt lift and Sculptra offer a way to refine body proportions, whether through surgical sculpting or non-surgical volume enhancement. Choosing between them depends on body type, goals, and recovery preferences, with each approach offering unique benefits. Patients in Burr Ridge, IL, and surrounding areas like Hodgkins, Willowbrook, and Oak Brook can explore both options with experienced surgeons at Burt & Will Plastic Surgery and Dermatology who focus on achieving natural-looking results. To learn more or schedule a consultation, contact us through the online form, or call (815) 267-0231.