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Brazilian Butt Lift in Irvine, CA

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About Brazilian Butt Lift

A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) uses your own fat to create fuller, rounder, and more lifted buttocks without implants. This body-contouring surgery is ideal for people who have lost volume with age or weight loss or who have always wanted a curvier silhouette. By combining strategic liposuction and meticulous fat transfer, the procedure sculpts surrounding areas while enhancing your backside. The result is a balanced, hourglass figure that looks and feels completely natural.

Procedure Quick Facts

Duration of Procedure:
2–4 hours
Anesthesia:
General
Recovery:
2–3 weeks for most daily activities
Results Duration:
Long-lasting with stable weight

What is Brazilian Butt Lift?

A Brazilian Butt Lift is a fat-grafting surgery that reshapes and augments the buttocks using fat harvested from other areas of your body. During the procedure, liposuction removes unwanted fat—often from the abdomen, flanks, back, or thighs—creating slimmer contours where you want them most. The purified fat is then carefully injected into multiple layers of the buttocks to add projection, correct flatness, and refine overall shape. Because the BBL uses your own tissue, the enhanced curves look and feel authentic, and there is no risk of implant-related complications. The dual benefit of slimming and filling makes this procedure a popular choice for achieving a harmonious, hourglass figure.

What Brazilian Butt Lift Can Do for You

If you're considering a Brazilian Butt Lift, South Coast Plastic Surgery is here to guide you through every step. Dr. Kyle Song and Dr. Paige Benyamein will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan that addresses your concerns and helps you achieve your aesthetic goals.
  • Achieve a Rounder, More Projected Buttocks
    Strategic fat transfer adds volume exactly where it's needed, creating a beautifully lifted shape that flatters clothing and swimwear.
  • Contour Multiple Areas with One Procedure
    Liposuction harvests fat from common problem spots such as the abdomen, waist, and thighs, sculpting a slimmer midsection while enhancing the rear.
  • Natural Look and Feel Without Implants
    Using your own tissue eliminates the need for synthetic implants, reducing foreign-body concerns and producing results that move naturally with you.
  • Minimally Visible Incisions and Scars
    Tiny liposuction and injection entry points are hidden in natural creases, making postoperative marks discreet and easy to conceal.
  • Boosted Confidence and Body Proportion
    A fuller backside can enhance overall body balance, helping many patients feel more confident in fitted outfits and enjoy a renewed self-image.
  • Long-Lasting Results with Healthy Lifestyle
    Transferred fat that establishes a blood supply becomes permanent tissue, providing durable curves as long as weight remains stable.

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Key Benefits of Brazilian Butt Lift

Simultaneously slims the waistline while adding volume to the buttocks for an hourglass silhouette
Creates soft, natural-feeling curves because the enhancement is achieved with your own fat cells
Improves lower-body balance and posture by adding projection and support to the gluteal area
Leaves only small, well-hidden liposuction entry points that typically fade to near invisibility over time

Types of Brazilian Butt Lift

Standard Brazilian Butt Lift

The classic BBL involves harvesting generous amounts of fat from multiple areas and transferring it strategically to create fuller projection and a lifted, rounded shape. Ideal for patients with sufficient donor fat and those seeking noticeable curves.

Skinny Brazilian Butt Lift

Designed for leaner individuals with limited donor fat, this technique maximizes smaller fat volumes with meticulous injection layers to create subtle yet beautiful enhancement without overdoing fullness.

Revision Brazilian Butt Lift

For patients who are unhappy with previous buttock surgery or fat transfer, a revision BBL can refine shape, correct asymmetries, and add additional volume by carefully re-harvesting and re-grafting fat.

Not sure which option is right for you?

Meet your Brazilian Butt Lift surgeons

Dr. Kyle Song and Dr. Paige Benyamein are board-certified plastic surgeons known for their artistic eye and attention to proportion. Both have performed countless body-contouring procedures, including Brazilian Butt Lifts, and are dedicated to achieving results that look authentic to each patient’s frame.

Why Choose South Coast Plastic Surgery for Your Brazilian Butt Lift?

Beauty Inside-Out

We care for your inner wellness as much as your outer beauty. Every treatment is provided with warmth and exceptional care to help you feel confident and supported

Clear Expectations from the Start

Share your goals in detail before you even arrive using Adoreal's personalized assessment. Your specialist will understand exactly what you're hoping to achieve before your consultation begins, making your visit more focused and personal

Dedicated Follow-Up Support

Your care doesn't end when you leave our office. Our team provides personalized check-ins to monitor your results, answer any questions, and make sure you're completely satisfied with your outcome.

Precision & Artistry

Your treatment is performed by highly trained specialists
who understand facial anatomy at the deepest level. We combine technical precision with an artistic eye to enhance your natural beauty while keeping you looking like you

A Customized Approach to Body Procedures in Irvine & Ladera Ranch

No two bodies are alike, which is why every Brazilian Butt Lift at South Coast Plastic Surgery is planned uniquely for you. We consider your current curves, desired projection, and lifestyle to design a result that feels authentically yours.

Before your consultation, you can complete a brief personalized assessment from home, helping us understand your specific goals, concerns, and timeline. During your visit, we'll use advanced 3D imaging to show you a realistic preview of your potential results, giving you confidence and clarity in your decision. 

State-of-the-Art Safety Protocols

This personalized assessment ensures your consultation is tailored to your unique goals from the moment you walk in.

Our surgeon will also assess individual factors such as skin elasticity, available donor fat, and overall health, along with your personal preferences to determine the best approach for your goals.

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Am I a good candidate for Brazilian Butt Lift?

Ideal candidates are in good health, have enough excess fat for transfer, and desire fuller, shapelier buttocks without implants. A consultation helps confirm whether a Brazilian Butt Lift will safely and effectively meet your goals.
Ideal candidates are in good health, have enough excess fat for transfer, and desire fuller, shapelier buttocks without implants. A consultation helps confirm whether a Brazilian Butt Lift will safely and effectively meet your goals.
Good general health with no uncontrolled medical conditions
Adequate donor fat in areas such as abdomen, flanks, or thighs
Non-smoker or willing to stop before and after surgery
Realistic expectations about results and recovery
Stable weight and commitment to maintaining a healthy lifestyle
No active infections or untreated medical issues
Ability to avoid prolonged sitting during early recovery

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Your Brazilian Butt Lift Journey and Recovery

From your first consultation to your final results, you’re guided through every stage of your journey with personalized support, automated instructions, and 24/7 access to your care team. This is your journey, we just make it easier. 

Comprehensive Consultation & Assessment

Your journey begins with a private consultation with Dr. Song or Dr. Benyamein. This visit is focused on understanding what changes you'd like to see and whether Brazilian Butt Lift is the right solution for your concerns.

During your consultation, your surgeon will:

  • Discuss your desired buttock size, shape, and overall figure
  • Examine skin quality and measure available donor fat
  • Review your medical history and current medications
  • Explain the surgical technique, anesthesia, and recovery
  • Answer all questions about risks, benefits, and costs

Together, you'll create a surgical plan tailored to your anatomy and lifestyle, with safety and realistic outcomes as the priority.

The Brazilian Butt Lift Procedure

You’ll be placed under general anesthesia for comfort and safety throughout the surgery.

During the procedure:

  • Small liposuction incisions are hidden in natural creases
  • Fat is harvested from chosen donor areas and purified
  • Micro-droplets of fat are injected into multiple buttock layers
  • Careful sculpting ensures smooth, symmetrical contours

Incisions are closed with fine sutures and dressings are applied. You’ll be fitted with a compression garment before awakening in the recovery suite.

Brazilian Butt Lift Recovery Timeline

Recovery experiences vary, but most patients follow a similar general timeline.

Immediately after surgery

You’ll spend a short time in our recovery area, then go home the same day with a caregiver. Expect swelling, mild bruising, and a feeling of tightness in liposuction areas.

First few days

  • Wear compression garment continuously
  • Sleep on your stomach or sides to protect grafts
  • Begin gentle walking to promote circulation

Weeks 1-2

  • Return to desk work if you can use a special pillow
  • Bruising and swelling gradually improve
  • First post-operative visit to assess healing

Weeks 3-4

  • Resume light exercise with surgeon approval
  • Continue to avoid prolonged sitting without support

You'll receive personalized post-operative instructions and follow-up appointments to monitor healing and address any concerns.

Your Brazilian Butt Lift Results

Brazilian Butt Lift results are visible right away, though your buttocks will continue to change as swelling resolves and tissues settle.

Early results

Fuller shape is noticeable, but swelling and fat retention fluids make the area appear larger than the final outcome.

Following weeks

Some transferred fat is naturally reabsorbed; volume stabilizes and contours refine.

Final results

Around 3–6 months, swelling subsides and the surviving fat cells have established a blood supply, revealing your long-term, natural curves.

With proper care and a stable weight, Brazilian Butt Lift results can last many years, enhancing confidence in and out of clothing.

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Autologous Fat Transfer (Brazilian Butt Lift)

Uses purified fat from your body, offering the most natural look and feel. Ideal for patients with adequate donor fat who prefer to avoid implants.

Silicone Buttock Implants

Solid silicone implants add volume when insufficient donor fat exists. They involve larger incisions and different risks but can create dramatic projection.

Brazilian Butt Lift Results and Safety Considerations

Understanding how surgical technique, anatomy, and healing affect Brazilian Butt Lift results can help you set realistic expectations and feel confident in your decision.

Achieving Natural-Looking Results

A successful Brazilian Butt Lift complements your existing proportions rather than overpowering them. Our surgeons meticulously layer micro-droplets of purified fat into different depths of the buttock muscle and subcutaneous tissue, ensuring smooth transitions without irregularities.

  • Your unique anatomy guides every injection, so curves flow naturally from the lower back into the buttocks.
  • By removing fat from the waist and flanks, we accentuate your new silhouette, creating a graceful S-curve that looks authentic whether standing, sitting, or in motion.

Where Are the Incisions?

Incisions for a Brazilian Butt Lift are small—only 2–3 mm—and placed in hidden locations.

  • Tiny liposuction access points along natural creases
  • Incisions are carefully planned to follow natural contours and are closed with precision to support proper healing and minimize long-term visibility.

Is Scarring a Concern?

Because incisions are so small, scarring is usually minimal and fades significantly over time. Proper wound care and sun protection are key to optimal scar quality.

Scar Healing Timeline

As your body heals, scars will change gradually over time:

  • Weeks 1-2
    Scars may appear red and slightly raised
  • Months 1-3
    Scars typically soften and begin to flatten
  • Around 6 months
    Noticeable fading often occurs
  • 1-2 years
    Scars may continue to lighten and become less noticeable

Following post-operative instructions and recommended scar care plays an important role in how scars mature.

Understanding Risks and Safety

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Understanding Risks and Safety

Brazilian Butt Lift is generally safe when performed by an experienced plastic surgeon in an accredited surgical facility. However, as with any surgery, there are potential risks to be aware of.

Potential risks may include:

  • Bleeding or hematoma
  • Infection
  • Fat embolism
  • Asymmetry or contour irregularities
  • Changes in sensation
  • Seroma or fluid accumulation

Your surgeon will review these risks with you in detail during your consultation and explain how they are minimized through careful planning, surgical technique, and follow-up care.

Reducing Your Risk

Your safety is a top priority at South Coast Plastic Surgery. Steps taken to support a safe Brazilian Butt Lift experience include:

  • Thorough pre-operative evaluation
  • Precise surgical planning tailored to your anatomy
  • Surgery performed in a fully accredited facility
  • Use of safe fat-injection planes above the gluteal muscle

By choosing an experienced surgical team and following recovery guidelines closely, most patients heal well and are satisfied with their Brazilian Butt Lift results.

How Much does Brazilian Butt Lift Cost?

The cost of your procedure will vary based on a variety of factors. During your consultation, your doctor will discuss your desired outcomes in detail and provide a fully transparent breakdown of all associated costs. Our practice helps patients achieve their aesthetic goals with a variety of financing options.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brazilian Butt Lift

Everything you need to know about Brazilian Butt Lift, explained by South Coast Plastic Surgery's experts

About the procedure

How is a Brazilian Butt Lift different from butt implants?
A Brazilian Butt Lift uses your own fat harvested through liposuction, while implants rely on solid silicone devices. Fat transfer offers a more natural look and feel and sculpts surrounding areas in one surgery.
How long does the surgery take?
Most BBL procedures take 2–4 hours, depending on the number of liposuction areas and the amount of fat transferred.
Where are the incisions placed?
Tiny incisions—about the width of a pencil eraser—are placed in natural body creases for liposuction access and fat injection, making them discreet once healed.
When can I sit after my BBL?
You’ll need to avoid direct pressure on your buttocks for about two weeks, using a special pillow or lying on your stomach or sides to protect the new fat cells.

Recovery & Results

How long until I see my final results?
Initial swelling improves within weeks, but final, stable results are typically visible around 3–6 months after surgery.
Will all the transferred fat survive?
Not all transferred fat survives; approximately 60–80% typically establishes a blood supply. Your surgeon accounts for this by slightly over-filling the area during surgery.
Is Brazilian Butt Lift safe?
When performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon using modern safety guidelines, BBL is generally safe. Proper technique and accredited facilities greatly reduce risk.
What is fat embolism and how is it prevented?
A fat embolism occurs when fat enters the bloodstream. Our surgeons inject fat only in the subcutaneous plane above the muscle and use blunt cannulas to minimize this rare complication.

Safety & Risks

Is Brazilian Butt Lift covered by insurance?
Because it is a cosmetic procedure, insurance companies do not cover BBL. Financing options can help make the surgery more affordable.
What factors influence the total cost?
Cost varies based on surgeon expertise, facility and anesthesia fees, the number of liposuction areas, and any additional procedures performed at the same time.
Can I gain or lose weight after my BBL?
Significant weight changes can enlarge or shrink transferred fat cells, altering your results. Maintaining a stable weight helps preserve your new shape.
Do I need to repeat the procedure in the future?
Most patients enjoy long-term results. However, if you desire additional volume or experience fat loss over time, a touch-up procedure can be considered.

Cost & Insurance

Is Brazilian Butt Lift covered by insurance?
Because it is a cosmetic procedure, insurance companies do not cover BBL. Financing options can help make the surgery more affordable.
What factors influence the total cost?
Cost varies based on surgeon expertise, facility and anesthesia fees, the number of liposuction areas, and any additional procedures performed at the same time.

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