What Is A Brazilian Butt Lift?
The Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is one of the fastest-growing aesthetic treatments for women and men in the U.S. and around the world. This body contouring surgery allows individuals an effective way of achieving rounder and shapelier buttocks without using implants. Significant weight loss, aging, as well as genetics can cause a flat rear end. In today's times, a fuller, shapelier rear end is considered desirable. A Brazilian butt lift adds volume to the patient's buttocks area to create the appropriate roundness and shape. It is accomplished through a specialized fat grafting and transfer process, which utilizes liposuction to remove unwanted fat pockets from a targeted area of your body and then transfers it into your buttocks. At Iteld Plastic Surgery, we are committed to using our aesthetic expertise and years of experience to help you achieve your desired look through Brazilian butt lifts and other cosmetic procedures. Reach out to our practice in Chicago, IL to schedule a consultation with Dr. Lawrence Iteld, and discover how this popular treatment can help you attain a shapelier, perkier rear end.
How Does A Brazilian Butt Lift Work?
As with all of our cosmetic surgeries, Brazilian butt lift treatments at Iteld Plastic Surgery are performed using narcotics-free techniques to keep you comfortable throughout your recovery. First, Dr. Iteld will harvest fat from your body using a specialized technique designed to preserve the cells. After the fat is purified, it will be injected into your buttocks to create a rounder, symmetrical shape. Your results should look subtly enhanced but still appear natural. Afterward, you can expect some tenderness, as well as swelling and bruising, but these will heal in time.
What Are the Benefits of A Brazilian Butt Lift?
In addition to yielding a curvier, more appealing butt, a BBL at our facility in Chicago, IL provides some significant benefits, including:
- A more natural feel compared to implants or fillers
- Removes unwanted fat from elsewhere on the body, such as the stomach, legs, hips, or love handles
- Gives your buttocks a proportional, symmetrical appearance
- Results are noticeable almost immediately
- Less risk of complications compared to synthetic fillers or implants
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THE BEST plastic surgeon. Dr. Iteld listens to what you want, leaves minimal scarring and is effecient. He did my breast implants 15 years ago. NO ONE could tell they were not natural and no one ever saw my scars in my arm pits. I had my implant rupture and am going in to replace them in a few weeks. The replacement is considerably more involved and will be cutting underneath my boobs.Linda is the one involved with the logistics from scheduling surgery to listening to your desires before you see Dr. Iteld. She is SO on top of things and as sweet as can be. Amanda is very helpful with pre and post surgery questions as well.The entire place is so professional. I look forward to working with Dr. Iteld again.He did a fantastic job and managed my pain with non-narcotics! My lower bleph NEVER had pain or signt issues!!!He suggested I use a hyperbarric oxygen chamber (Next Health in Lincoln Park offers a complementary 60 min session for new customers) to assist with healing. They also offer a 30 min lymphatkc massage by Jackie 1 week post-op. They highly recommend at least 10 lymphatic massages the first few weeks then continue on with them.Their office is beautiful as well.
THE BEST plastic surgeon. Dr. Iteld listens to what you want, leaves minimal scarring and is effecient. He did my breast implants 15 years ago. NO ONE could tell they were not natural and no one ever saw my scars in my arm pits. I had my implant rupture and am going in to replace them in a few weeks. The replacement is considerably more involved and will be cutting underneath my boobs.Linda is the one involved with the logistics from scheduling surgery to listening to your desires before you see Dr. Iteld. She is SO on top of things and as sweet as can be.The entire place is so professional. I look forward to working with Dr. Iteld again.Their office is beautiful as well.
Kimmy at Iteld Plastic Surgery is truly exceptional. She is personable, caring, incredibly detailed, and thorough, with a genuine eye for perfection. What impressed me most was her honesty and integrity, she only recommends services she truly believes will make a meaningful difference. If a treatment is unlikely to deliver the results a patient is seeking, she is completely transparent and will instead suggest a well-researched, evidence-based option better suited to achieving the desired outcome.Kimmy is exceptionally knowledgeable and has a wonderful ability to explain everything in clear, simple terms, making you feel comfortable, informed, and confident in your decisions. Her thoughtful, personalized approach shows that she genuinely cares about her patients and their results. I highly recommend her!
I can’t recommend Dr. Iteld and his team enough! Dr. Iteld is incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, caring, and brings such a positive energy that made feel comfortable and confident throughout the entire process. He thoroughly explained my implant options and set realistic expectations for what would work best for my body and goals. I always felt like I was in great hands and that he genuinely cared about helping me achieve the best results. Kimmy is amazing as well! She carefully analyzed my skin and shared so much expertise on skincare treatments tailored to my needs. Everyone in the office is so kind and welcoming. I’m now two and half months post-op, and I am absolutely in love with my results! They’re exactly what I was hoping for. Dr. Iteld truly exceeded my expectations. I’m so grateful for the exceptional care I received. I highly recommend Dr. Iteld and his team!
I couldn’t be happier with my experience with Dr. Iteld and the entire team! From my very first consultation, I felt completely comfortable, listened to, and confident that I was in the right hands. Dr. Iteld took the time to understand exactly what I wanted and explained everything thoroughly, while also giving honest and professional recommendations.The entire process—from consultation through surgery and follow-up—was incredibly smooth. The staff was kind, attentive, and always made me feel well cared for. I especially appreciated how responsive they were to my questions and how much they prioritized my comfort and safety.My results have exceeded my expectations. Everything looks natural, balanced, and exactly in line with what I was hoping for. Pain was also well controlled. I’m so glad I chose Dr. Iteld and would absolutely recommend him to anyone considering plastic surgery. I truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
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Am I a good candidate for a Brazilian butt lift?
You may be a good candidate for a Brazilian butt lift if you want more shape or volume in your buttocks and have enough excess fat elsewhere on your body to use for the transfer. You should also be in good overall health and at or near a stable weight. During your consultation, Dr. Iteld will evaluate your anatomy, available donor fat, skin quality, and goals to determine whether a BBL is the right approach for you.
Where does the fat for a BBL come from
Fat is typically removed with liposuction from areas such as the abdomen, waist, flanks, back, or thighs. This provides a second body-contouring benefit because Dr. Iteld can refine these areas while using the harvested fat to enhance the shape of the buttocks. The specific donor areas depend on your anatomy and the amount of usable fat available.
How much of the transferred fat will survive?
Not every fat cell transferred during a BBL will survive. Some of the initial volume is naturally reabsorbed by the body as you heal. The fat that successfully establishes a blood supply becomes living tissue in its new location, which is why your final result can't be judged immediately after surgery.
How long do Brazilian butt lift results last?
Once the transferred fat has established itself, your results can be long-lasting. The remaining fat cells behave like fat elsewhere in your body, so they can become larger or smaller if your weight changes. Maintaining a relatively stable weight can help preserve your new contours over time.
What is recovery like after a BBL?
Swelling, bruising, and soreness are expected after surgery, both in the areas treated with liposuction and around the buttocks. You'll receive specific instructions about activity, compression garments, sleeping positions, and how to minimize pressure on the transferred fat while it heals. Dr. Iteld also incorporates his Smart Recovery? protocol into BBL surgery to help patients feel back to themselves more quickly.
When can I sit normally after a Brazilian butt lift?
You'll need to limit direct, prolonged pressure on your buttocks during the early stages of healing. Dr. Iteld will give you specific instructions about sitting, sleeping, driving, and returning to normal activities based on your procedure and progress. Following these instructions is important for protecting the transferred fat while it develops a healthy blood supply.
Is a Brazilian butt lift safe?
BBL is a surgical procedure and, like any surgery, has potential risks. Safety depends on appropriate patient selection, meticulous surgical technique, and careful postoperative care. Dr. Iteld will discuss the procedure, potential risks, and the safety measures used during your surgery so you can make an informed decision.
Can a BBL fix loose or sagging skin?
Despite its name, a Brazilian butt lift doesn't actually remove or surgically lift loose skin. Adding volume may improve the appearance of mild laxity, but patients with significant excess skin may need a different procedure or a combination approach. Dr. Iteld can recommend the best option based on your skin quality, anatomy, and goals.
Can I have a BBL if I've recently lost a significant amount of weight?
Possibly. After significant weight loss, the best approach depends on how much donor fat remains and whether loose skin is also contributing to your concerns. It's generally best to be at a stable, maintainable weight before body contouring surgery. If excess skin is significant, Dr. Iteld may recommend combining fat transfer with another body contouring procedure or choosing a different approach.
Give Your Rear End A Lift
If you're interested in gaining a round, voluptuous backside, then we invite you to schedule a consultation at Iteld Plastic Surgery to discover why so many people around the world are choosing the Brazilian butt lift for their aesthetic goals. Whether you want to add volume, give your butt a lift, or both, Dr. Iteld and the team at our Chicago, IL practice have the experience to help you get your desired results.