SHORT ANSWER
A Brazilian butt lift, or BBL, uses fat taken from other areas of the body by liposuction and transfers it to the buttocks to add volume and shape. Part of the transferred fat is usually absorbed over time. Safe technique matters, because injecting fat deep into muscle carries serious risks.
How is a BBL done?
Fat is removed from areas such as the abdomen or back by liposuction, processed, and injected into the buttocks. Professional bodies advise that fat be placed only in the layer just under the skin, because injection into or below the muscle has been linked to serious complications.
Why is technique so important?
Fat injected into deeper tissue can enter blood vessels and cause a fat embolism, which can be life-threatening. International surgical societies have issued safety guidance for this reason, and surgeons should be able to explain how they reduce this risk.
What is recovery like?
Swelling and bruising are common. Surgeons usually advise avoiding sitting directly on the buttocks for a period and using a special cushion or lying on the front, and wearing a compression garment as directed.
Riskler nelerdir?
Risks include fat embolism, infection, uneven results, fluid collections, fat loss and the usual risks of liposuction and anaesthesia.
Brazilian butt lift in Turkey and Istanbul
Some people travel to Turkey, including Istanbul, for a BBL. Because of the safety considerations, it is worth checking the surgeon’s technique and aftercare plan carefully before travelling.
Questions worth asking before having a BBL in Istanbul or elsewhere in Turkey:
- Where exactly will the fat be placed, and how is deep injection avoided?
- How long should I avoid sitting, and for how long do I need to stay in Istanbul?
- What compression garment will I need?
- How will problems be handled after I return home?
When to consult a doctor
Seek urgent medical help if you develop chest pain, shortness of breath, sudden dizziness or confusion, or a fever after surgery.