Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)

What is a Brazilian Butt Lift and how does it work?

A Brazilian Butt Lift is a cosmetic body shaping surgery that moves fat from one part of the body to the buttocks. The surgeon takes excess fat from places like the hips, thighs, lower back, or abdomen using liposuction. That fat is cleaned and prepared for transfer. The surgeon then places the purified fat into the buttocks in planned areas to build volume and shape. This procedure gives a fuller, more rounded buttock shape using your own body fat rather than implants. The goal is to improve buttock size and body proportion while using the patient’s own tissue. 

How is fat harvested and transferred during a BBL?

During a BBL, the surgeon first uses a suction device connected to a small metal tube called a cannula to remove fat from areas with extra fat. Common harvest sites include the belly, hips, back, or thighs. Once the fat is removed it goes through a process that removes fluid and damaged cells to keep only healthy fat for transfer. After this purification the surgeon makes small openings and uses cannulas to place the fat into the buttock tissues in specific layers under the skin. Most surgeons inject fat into the fatty layer above the muscle because that is safer and lowers the risk of serious complications. 

What are the common risks and complications of a BBL in Abu Dhabi?

Like all surgeries, a BBL carries risks you must know. Common side effects include swelling, bruising, pain at the harvest and transfer areas, and numbness around cuts. Some people develop small lumps or contour unevenness that may need minor corrections. More serious risks include infection at the incision sites and delayed healing if the after care procedure is not followed. However, Dr Paulo Michaels use strict safety measures so the fat stays above the muscle layer, which lowers that risk. 

What kind of anesthesia is used for a BBL?

Most Brazilian Butt Lift procedures are done with general anesthesia. This means the patient sleeps and feels no pain during surgery. Some surgeons may offer intravenous sedation combined with local numbing medicine in simpler cases or when only a small amount of fat is moved. The choice of anesthesia depends on how much work the surgeon will do and your overall health. General anesthesia is the common choice for complete BBL surgery because it keeps you comfortable and still while both liposuction and fat transfer are done. 

What should I know about BBL recovery and follow-up care if I’m having the procedure in Dubai?

After a BBL you should plan for careful recovery and follow-up. Most people have swelling and some discomfort in the first days after surgery. A compression garment helps control swelling and supports healing. You should avoid sitting directly on your buttocks for a set period and use special pillows when necessary so the transferred fat has the best chance to survive. Dr Paulo Michaels advise patients to rest, walk gently, and avoid strenuous lower body activity for several weeks. Most swelling and firmness soften over two to three months, and final shape settles around three to six months after surgery. Follow-up visits let the surgeon examine healing and adjust medications if needed