What Areas Can Be Treated With Liposuction During a BBL?

A Brazilian butt lift, or BBL, uses your own fat to shape and plump the buttocks. Before the fat can be transferred, it is collected with liposuction from other areas of the body. This not only provides fat for the procedure but also helps create more balanced proportions by contouring the waist, abdomen, back, and other areas.

With decades of experience in breast and body contouring, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Eric S. Schaffer develops individualized surgical plans based on each patient’s anatomy and goals. During your confidential consultation, he will determine which areas may contain enough usable fat to help create a smoother, more proportionate silhouette.

Common Liposuction Areas for a BBL

The areas treated during a BBL depend on where you naturally store fat and how much is available for transfer.

Common donor areas include:

• Abdomen: Removing excess abdominal fat can create a flatter-looking midsection.
• Waist and flanks: Contouring the love handles can narrow the waist and make the buttocks appear more prominent.
• Lower back: Treating fat above the buttocks may improve definition and create a smoother transition into the hips.
• Upper back: Liposuction may reduce stubborn rolls near the bra line.
• Thighs: Fat may be collected from the inner or outer thighs when appropriate.
• Hips: Selective contouring can improve the proportions between the waist, hips, and buttocks.

Multiple areas are often treated during the same procedure to collect enough fat and create a more balanced result.

Not All Removed Fat Can Be Transferred

The fat collected through liposuction must be processed before it is injected into the buttocks. Damaged cells, blood, and excess fluid are removed so that healthy fat can be selected for transfer.

Not every fat cell will survive after injection. Your surgeon must account for expected fat absorption when planning the procedure, and final results take time to develop.

Choosing Areas Based on Your Anatomy

A BBL is not simply about making the buttocks larger. Strategic liposuction plays an important role in defining the waist, smoothing surrounding areas, and creating an overall shape that complements your frame.

Patients must also have enough excess fat to complete the transfer safely. Those with very little body fat may have limited options.

Love Your Curves With a BBL in San Antonio, TX

Liposuction during a BBL may treat multiple areas, providing transferable fat and improving your overall body contour. Dr. Schaffer can recommend a customized approach based on your proportions, fat distribution, and desired shape.

Call us today at 210-227-3223 to schedule a consultation.