Brazilian Bum Lift (BBL Surgery)
A Brazilian bum lift is a procedure that gives patients more natural-looking buttocks. It is often combined with other procedures for a full lower body lift, or performed in combination with a thigh lift. It is popular among patients who feel their buttocks have lost firmness over time, which could be caused by losing elasticity naturally due to ageing, or following considerable weight loss.
Please Note: Due to the reported risks of mortality in 1 out of 3,000 cases for large volume Brazilian bum lifts, our surgeons only offer small volume fat transfer to the buttocks in carefully selected and informed patients.
What Happens During A Bum Lift Consultation?
At UK Aesthetic, we encourage anyone considering BBL surgery to be completely honest about their expectations and reasons for seeking the procedure. You’ll be asked questions regarding your health and lifestyle, so we can tailor the surgery to your needs. We’ll also discuss any possible complications that may occur with the surgery and the possible outcomes of it so you can be well prepared for what to expect beforehand.
The risks of the procedure will be fully discussed during the consultation process, as well as the limitations we have put on this particular procedure to avoid any anomalous unfortunate outcomes.
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Pre-Surgery Preparation for BBL Surgery
A Brazilian bum lift is typically performed under general anaesthesia; this is primarily done to reduce the amount of discomfort during the process as much as possible. If you feel ill prior to your procedure, it can have unexpected consequences. Even a sniffle should be reported to our team, so that we can determine whether you are fit to undergo the surgery or not.
To prepare for your BBL, you should also take into account the following to prevent any complications with your surgery:
- Avoid smoking six weeks prior to the procedure.
- Don’t take any aspirin.
- Avoid herbal supplements or anti-inflammatory drugs.
At least two weeks off work is also advised, so make sure you’re prepared for this. Make sure to wear loose, comfortable clothing the day of your surgery to prevent rubbing on the swelling or bruises that are likely to form.
Brazilian Bum Lift Aftercare
Here at our Manchester clinic, we take patient recovery and aftercare very seriously. After undergoing BBL surgery, it’s important that you get adequate rest to help you recover. Following the procedure, your buttocks will be wrapped in bandages, which will help to reduce swelling and bruising. Our recommendations during the recovery process include:
- Avoid strenuous physical activity, as this can place unnecessary strain on your healing incisions.
- Refrain from driving for the first few days while you recover from the general anaesthetic.
- Keep your wound and bandages dry at all times to prevent infection.
- Avoid sitting directly on your buttocks for the initial recovery period.
During your recovery, it’s also important to follow all post-operative care instructions provided by your surgeon to ensure optimal healing and achieve the best results. We will also conduct follow up consultations with ongoing monitoring to check your recovery is going as planned.
