BBL Questions and Answers with Dr. Mendieta in Miami

A BBL body is a contoured and aesthetically pleasing figure that results from a Brazilian butt lift. Lower body curves are enhanced by adding unwanted fat from other areas to the buttocks.

This is a cosmetic procedure combining a Brazilian Butt Lift with liposuction around the torso region. Fat is removed from the abdomen and reinjected into the buttocks and hips.

A BBL is generally safe. It can be harmful if the fat is placed incorrectly. A faulty procedure can a pulmonary fat embolism, which may be fatal. At 4Beauty Aesthetic Institute for Plastic Surgery in Miami, Dr. Mendieta is experienced in completing BBLs safely and successfully.

A double BBL is a second BBL to enhance the results of the first procedure. It is usually performed six months after the initial procedure, capitalizing on increased skin elasticity to accommodate additional fat.

The body takes two or three months to recover fully after the BBL procedure. Grafted fat that fails to survive through the procedure gets flushed out of the system.

Immediately after a BBL procedure, you may feel numb and sore. You may feel some pain, but the surgeon prescribes medication to manage discomfort.

It takes six weeks to sit normally on a toilet after a BBL.

After a BBL, you won’t be able to sit without a cushion or support pillow for at least six weeks. If you need to sit, use a BBL pillow to cut off the contact between the seat and your buttocks. Alternatively, you can sit on your thighs or your side.

Position the BBL pillow to support your thighs and buttocks and direct your body weight away from the newly enhanced area. Use additional pillows or cushions for more comfort, especially during travels. Sit for short periods only when you need to.

Sleeping on your stomach is best after a BBL surgery. This position avoids putting direct pressure on the buttocks, which can compromise the results. Add a BBL pillow under your chest and abdomen for support and back alignment.

You must wait six to eight weeks to wear jeans, leggings or any other tight clothing after a butt lift surgery. Tight clothing can bruise your body and displace the newly added fat cells.

After BBL surgery, you are typically not allowed to drive for two weeks. The period can be extended in case of complications from recovery. Pain management narcotics can impair your judgment as you drive.

A liquid BBL is often safe and delivers results more quickly. However, like any other surgical procedure, it may have some complications. It can cause cellulitis, a severe skin infection, and contour deformity, where the skin surface forms uneven contours.

A BBL is reversible to some extent through liposuction, but not completely. In the end, the buttock remains larger than before the BBL.

A BBL costs from $4,000 to $10,000 in Miami, with an average cost of $6,525 if the surgeon is board-certified.

A BBL procedure can take from one to four hours. The duration of surgery is influenced by the areas being treated.

Once you get a BBL, your diet is vital in promoting healing. It’s very important to eat every three hours. Protein-rich foods like fish, beef, eggs and chicken are recommended. If you are vegetarian, incorporate soy foods, nuts, beans and Greek yogurt. Proteins ensure that the transplanted fats are incorporated appropriately into the body.

After a BBLprocedure, you will need foods that aid healing and support fat cell maintenance. To feed transplanted fat after BBL, consume omega-3-rich foods like tuna, salmon, anchovies, flaxseed and nuts. Zinc and vitamin C promote collagen synthesis and cell reconstruction. You can derive these nutrients from bell peppers, citrus fruits, berries and dark leafy greens. Vegetables and whole grains provide the energy you need for healing without spiking your blood sugar.

The scars from a BBL surgery appear like small dots. BBL surgery does not cause substantially long incisions. The wounds appear as dots because, during the procedure, the incision size needs to accommodate a small cannula. This is a thin metal tube that is used to suction out fat.

A male Brazilian butt lift is performed in men to shape the butt without implants. It involves transferring fat from unwanted areas of the body to the buttocks. The aesthetic goal of a male BBL is volume addition for an athletic look. The procedure is helpful in case of muscle atrophy or flaccidity.

The results of a non-invasive BBL last between six months and four years, depending on the filler used and your daily habits.

Sculptra BBL is a minimally invasive butt enhancement procedure that utilizes dermal fillers. Small injections of poly-L-lactic acid (Sculptra) are made to the buttocks to increase volume and projection.

The minimum legal age required to get a BBL is 18 years. However, for optimal results, your body should be done developing before getting a BBL. For some, this can continue into the 20s, but getting a BBL procedure performed before your body finishes growing can impact your results.

A patient may return to light activities shortly after surgery. You may perform vigorous exercises, including sex, after four weeks. Your improvement remains slow and steady for up to three months after surgery.