Maybe you’ve never been happy with your butt. Or, perhaps with age you’ve noticed it has started to sag and lost its firmness. Even if you don’t like the way your butt looks right now, you can learn to love it with a Brazilian butt lift. This surgical procedure can give you back the rear you once had or the one you wish you had been born with.

Contact us today to learn more about our Brazilian butt lift procedure in Houston, TX, or schedule a free consultation today!

What is a Brazilian Butt Lift?

A Brazilian butt lift is a surgical procedure that involves transferring fat to your buttocks for a firmer and fuller appearance. The procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia unless a small amount of fat is transferred. The surgeon will suction fat from other areas of the body, such as your stomach or thighs, by making incisions at the sites. The fat is suctioned into a tube before being purified. The surgeon will inject the purified fat into the buttocks at three to five different areas for a natural, fuller appearance.

Once the fat transfer is complete, the surgeon will close the sites with stitches. They will apply a compression garment to reduce the risk of bleeding.

Is a Brazilian Butt Lift Dangerous?

A Brazilian butt lift isn’t considered any more dangerous than any other surgical procedure. In fact, it is safer than some other surgeries, including silicone butt implants. However, not everyone is healthy enough to handle general anesthesia. Your doctor will review your health records and perform a physical exam to determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure.

What are the Risks with a Brazilian Butt Lift?

Fortunately, the Brazilian butt lift has fewer risks than other surgeries, but it does carry some risk as you would expect with any surgery. These risks include pain, infection, scarring, lumps in the skin where the fat has been removed or injected, and a loss of skin from a deep infection. A fat embolism in the heart or the lungs can also occur, which can be fatal. Choosing an experienced doctor like Dr. LaPuerta is one way to minimize risks and fully understand the procedure and healing process.

How Long Does a Brazilian Butt Lift Last?

The results from your Brazilian butt lift can last for several years. Of course, natural changes in the body from aging will continue, so eventually, time will catch up with you. Regular exercise, especially any activities that help to maintain muscle, will help your buttocks keep their firmness. Major weight changes can also affect the results so it’s smart to stay in good shape and eat well to preserve your more youthful figure.

Why Get a Brazilian Butt Lift?

A Brazilian butt lift provides a natural-looking appearance to your rear while adding roundness to the buttocks. It can get rid of the sagginess that often occurs with age. Another reason you might consider this procedure is if your body’s top and bottom halves are two different sizes. It can balance out your figure, so you can buy clothes in the correct sizes. A Brazilian butt lift is a safer alternative to silicone implants because there is a lower risk for infection or rejection since the fat comes from your own body.

Things to Know Before Your Brazilian Butt Lift Procedure

You should know a few important facts about the Brazilian butt lift before you schedule the procedure. You’ll need to follow the doctor’s instructions closely to avoid infection and other complications and to achieve the desired results. You can also expect that you won’t be sitting down after a Brazilian butt lift for two weeks. You will need to sleep on either your side or your stomach until fully healed.

Your buttocks will be swollen after the surgery for several weeks before it fully goes down. Another consideration to keep in mind is that your body may absorb some of the fat injected, so more than one procedure may be necessary.

While the results will be noticeable right away, the full effects will become visible only after the swelling is fully reduced. It can be up to six months before you get the complete picture. To ensure you get the results you want and they last, avoid gaining or losing an excessive amount of weight.

Contact Us Today for a Consultation

If you’re interested in a Brazilian butt lift in Houston, TX, you’ll want to work with an experienced plastic surgeon for optimal results. Dr. Leo Lapuerta has been performing procedures to help patients love their bodies for more than two decades — with over 20,000 successful procedures under his skilled hands. He is triple-board-certified, which gives patients peace of mind when deciding on making a major change in their appearance.

You can also view the Brazilian butt lift before & after photos on the website to help you determine if this procedure is right for you. Schedule a free consultation and find out how you can have more body confidence with a new look.