Brazilian Butt Lift

BBL or Brazilian Butt Lift is the most natural technique to increase the volume of the buttocks, since the product used is the patient’s own fat

What is BBL and how does it work?

  • An autologous technique that removes fat from areas with excess (such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs), purifies it, and reinjects it into the buttocks — ensuring volume, firmness, and enhanced contours.

  • In many cases, it is combined with S.A.F.E. liposculpture, further improving the silhouette.

  • If there is not enough fat available, alternatives such as a buttock lift or implants may be considered, after evaluation by an experienced surgeon.

Indications for BBL or Brazilian Butt Lift

  • Individuals who wish to increase volume or correct gluteal irregularities naturally.

  • Patients with available fat in other areas and good skin elasticity.

  • Those who prefer to avoid implants and their associated risks.

Benefits of BBL or Brazilian Butt Lift

  • Natural-looking and natural-feeling results, using the patient’s own fat, with no risk of rejection.

  • Dual benefit: removes fat from areas of excess and enhances buttock volume in a single procedure.

  • Minimal, discreet scars, placed in strategic locations.

  • Long-lasting effects, especially when body weight remains stable.

  • Balanced recovery: discharge usually after 1 week, gradual return to activities, with final results visible after a few weeks to months.

How is BBL or Brazilian Butt Lift performed?

  1. General anesthesia, with an average duration of 2–3 hours.

  2. Liposuction of donor areas, followed by purification of the harvested fat.

  3. Gluteal fat grafting, with careful and safe injection for even distribution.

  4. Performed in fully equipped hospital settings, with ultrasound guidance when required.

Recovery and essential care

  • Avoid sitting directly on the buttocks during the first 2 weeks. Prefer lying on the side or using a special cushion.

  • Wear a compression garment as recommended to shape the body and reduce swelling.

  • Return to work: usually around 1 week; exercise after 4–6 weeks; final results visible after 3–4 months.

  • Additional care: lymphatic drainage, avoiding alcohol and smoking, proper hydration, balanced nutrition, and regular medical follow-ups are essential for an effective recovery and lasting results.

Safety in BBL or Brazilian Butt Lift

The BBL requires expertise, refined technique, and a safe environment. Choosing a certified clinic with a specialized team ensures better results and minimizes risks.

At Up Clinic, our multidisciplinary team follows strict safety protocols, ensuring not only outstanding aesthetic outcomes but also maximum patient safety.

The Brazilian Butt Lift or BBL is more than a cosmetic procedure: it is a comprehensive body-contouring surgery that naturally reshapes curves without implants. When performed by specialists under safe conditions, it provides long-lasting results and a significant boost in self-esteem.

ESPECIALISTAS

Dr. Tiago Baptista Fernandes Up Clinic

Dr. Tiago Baptista Fernandes

Dr. Rui Lima

Dra. Rita Meireles

Dra. Rita Meireles

Dr. Ronaldo Fiori

Dr. Ronaldo Fiori

Clinical case

Clinical case Brazilian Butt Lift

During consultation the plastic surgeon will discuss the procedure details with the patient, in all its phases and using images of similar cases as well as leveraging patient expectations.

CLÍNICA

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Process

Brazilian Butt Lift is a 1h30 to 3-hour surgical procedure performed under general anesthesia. It is a procedure that may requires internment of 1 day and has a period of downtime of 1 week. Final results are obtained within 3 months.

Time

2 hours and a half

Anesthesia

General

Internment

Up to 1 day

Downtime

1 week

Results

15 days to 1 month

Physical activity inhibition

4 weeks

Flying inhibition

2 weeks

Driving inhibition

2 weeks

Sexual activity inhibition

6 to 8 weeks

Sun exposure inhibition

1 month