When undergoing a Brazilian butt lift surgery (also known as a BBL), many patients want to know how long their results are going to last. This is a major concern because BBL is a significant financial investment, and it can also be challenging to endure physically.
The procedure itself requires general anesthesia and results in some pain and soreness. In addition, during the recovery process, patients must make sure not to put pressure on their buttocks and hips, which can be quite difficult.
Fortunately, the good news is that a BBL after 10 years, five years, or even 15 years in many cases, can still look great.
How Long Do BBL Results Last?
Results from a Brazilian butt lift typically last for up to ten years before patients start thinking about revision surgery. Still, this is contingent on the age of the patient, their overall health, how much fat is transferred, how well the patient maintains their weight and a healthy lifestyle, and other important factors. With proper care, many patients enjoy the benefits of their Brazilian butt lift for years beyond the average timeline.
Common BBL Myths and Facts
There are a lot of myths floating around about Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery. Let’s break down some of the most common ones to set the record straight.
Myth 1: BBLs are only for young people.
Fact: Age is not a barrier! As long as you’re healthy, people of various ages can benefit from a brazilian butt lift. The procedure is about reshaping and enhancing your body, and it works well for anyone in good overall health, no matter their age.
Myth 2: The fat will always stay.
Fact: While a significant portion of the transferred fat will survive, not all of it will “stick.” The fat cells need time to establish a blood supply and integrate with your body. Over time, the remaining fat will give you the fuller, natural shape you’re aiming for, but some fat loss is normal.
Myth 3: You can resume normal activity immediately.
Fact: Patience is key! During recovery, avoid sitting on your buttocks and follow your surgeon’s instructions to help the fat survive and ensure the best results from your BBL.
What Impacts How Long Your BBL Lasts?
Your surgeon’s technique
Technique is everything when it comes to BBL. Your Brazilian butt lift BBL surgeon will need to know exactly where to remove excess fat cells from on your body and where and how much to reinject that fat on your buttocks and hips.
If their technique is not right, to begin with, you may find that your BBL results are lumpy, uneven, inadequate, or otherwise unsatisfactory. And this makes positive longterm results basically impossible.
How much transferred fat you get
Every patient is different when it comes to BBL. Some patients want to transfer a significant amount of fat and really boost the size of their buttocks and hips. Other patients only want a modest amount of fat transferred — to correct hip dips, for example, or give a little more projection to the buttocks.
The more fat you get transferred, the more significant results you’ll have, and these will probably last a bit longer as well.
Whether the transferred fat cells survive
The amount of fat cells that survive the fat transfer BBL process will really make a difference when it comes to your long-term BBL results. After your BBL procedure, if all or most of the injected fat “survives,” you’ll have a better chance of achieving long-term results. It’s important to follow post-surgery instructions carefully to ensure the success of the BBL procedure and maximize the fat retention.
Unfortunately, some patients may only have some of their fat survive the transfer process. This means that they won’t likely achieve their initial results, and it’s unlikely that they’ll experience long-term results either.
How well you follow your BBL surgery recovery instructions
Following BBL, you’ll need to closely follow the instructions provided by your plastic surgeon. This means avoiding strenuous exercise, eating a healthy diet, maintaining a stable and healthy weight, maintaining a healthy blood supply to the newly transferred fat on your buttocks and hips (keeping the pressure off), and trying not to gain weight despite being rather sedentary for a while.
The better you follow these instructions, the more likely it will be that you’ll maintain your BBL results for a long time. Consistency in your post-op care directly impacts how long your BBL results last. Patients who are mindful of their lifestyle choices tend to enjoy more defined and lasting BBL results. To get the most out of your BBL results, it’s crucial to stay healthy, avoid drastic weight changes, and follow your surgeon’s guidance closely.
BBL Real Pictures
See More bbl Results Photos in the Gallery
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your BBL
Choose the right surgeon.
First, make sure your fat transfer procedure is being performed by a board certified plastic surgeon who has extensive and ongoing experience performing successful BBL surgeries.
Be at a stable weight to begin with.
Before any major cosmetic surgery, your surgeon will want to know that you’re at a stable healthy body weight.
You don’t have to be super slim or at your lowest possible weight. But you should be at a stable weight that you are happy with, in part because gaining or losing too much weight after surgery could significantly alter your results.
Follow your recovery instructions.
During the healing process, following your Brazilian butt lift procedure recovery guidelines is of the utmost importance.
Avoid strenuous exercise and eat nutritious meals full of veggies, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Ensure proper blood flow by taking short walks when cleared by your surgeon. Finally, make sure you’re keeping the pressure off your buttocks to ensure that the newly transferred fat cells survive.
Lead a healthy lifestyle after surgery.
Patients with great healthy lifestyle maintaining habits do the best in terms of overall health and long-lasting BBL results. As always, a healthy balanced diet, plenty of water, lots of regular
exercise, and avoiding significant weight gain and weight fluctuations are keys to success.
BBL Recovery Tips
Following your BBL surgery, it’s essential to adhere to recovery guidelines to ensure the fat cells survive and prevent bad BBL results. During the healing process:
- Avoid Pressure on the Buttocks: Do not sit or lie on your buttocks for extended periods to protect the fat transfer.
- Take Short Walks: When cleared by your surgeon, engage in light walking to maintain healthy blood flow.
- Healthy Diet: Focus on eating nutritious meals that support healing and overall health.
FAQ: BBL Results
What will my butt look like 10 years after a BBL?
This varies from patient to patient, but we invite you to check out some BBL after 10 years pictures online (or search “before BBL after 10 years”). Patients who take good care of their bodies find that their BBL results can last for many years (up to ten or sometimes more) before deterioration and signs of aging cause significant changes.
Is 40 too old for a BBL?
Not at all. Many patients are in their 40s when they get a BBL. This procedure simply rearranges the fat on your body, which can be done on most healthy adults. the majority of patients are between the ages of 18 and their mid-50s.
What happens to BBL after 20 years?
After 20 years, your BBL results can still look good, but natural aging, weight changes, and lifestyle can affect the shape. If you maintain a healthy lifestyle, your results can last longer, but some may choose a touch-up procedure as they age.
Will a BBL eventually sag?
As we age, gravity causes natural sagging throughout the body, and the buttocks after a BBL are no exception.
What happens to BBL results when you age?
If you have the surgery at a younger age, you can enjoy fuller, firmer glutes. However, over time, the loss of skin elasticity and natural sagging may alter the appearance of your BBL, causing your silhouette to lose some of its previous tones.
How much weight lost is expected with a BBL?
The weight changes you’ll experience after a BBL are usually minimal. On average, the weight lost is small and mainly comes from the fat removed during liposuction. Most patients notice just a slight weight lost, as the primary goal of a BBL is to reshape and enhance your figure through fat redistribution—not to achieve major weight loss.
Book a Consultation with Dr. Smita
Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Smita Ramanadham performs a range of popular plastic surgery procedures for patients in New Jersey.
If you are interested in finding out more about Brazilian butt lift surgery, please contact us today and schedule your consultation with Dr. Smita at SR Plastic Surgery New Jersey.