Brazilian Butt Lift
Conveniently located to serve the areas of New York, NY
A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a body contouring procedure that elevates the size, shape, and fullness of the buttocks. (1)
Many people struggle to improve the appearance of their buttocks naturally—eating healthily and exercising regularly can only do so much if a patient is genetically predisposed to having a flatter butt. With a Brazilian Butt Lift, your surgeon can use a range of advanced techniques to accentuate your natural curves.
Dr. Elie Levine of Plastic Surgery & Dermatology of NYC is one of New York City’s leading board-certified plastic surgeons and is an expert in all areas of plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Elie Levine has both functional and cosmetic training and has helped many patients improve both their figures and confidence. His background in both functional and cosmetic plastic surgery, as well as over 20 years of fat transfer experience, allows him to approach each Brazilian Butt Lift with a comprehensive understanding of aesthetics, anatomy, and patient safety. His fellowship training provided advanced experience in complex surgical techniques and body contouring procedures, helping him create natural-looking results while maintaining the highest standards of care.
If you are ready to meet with Dr. Elie Levine and start discussing your treatment, please request a consultation online or call (212) 988-1800.
If you reside internationally or out of state, please let our team know so we can provide you with flexible accommodations.
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About Brazilian Butt Lifts
Brazilian Butt Lifts can augment and refine the shape, symmetry, and fullness of your buttocks with your own fat. This procedure uses a process called “autologous fat grafting,” where liposuction is used to delicately take fat from one area before it is purified and transferred to another area or feature. (2) Many surgeons see autologous fat as an ideal filler medium, as it is readily available, fully biocompatible, and provides softer and more natural-looking and feeling effects than synthetic materials. (3)
Candidates
You may be a good candidate for a BBL if you are interested in enhancing the volume and size of your buttocks.
To qualify for your procedure, you should be in good general health and hold realistic expectations regarding your outcomes. If you are undergoing the procedure using your own fat, you must have an adequate amount of fat around your body for your enhancements.
Dr. Elie Levine will finalize your candidacy when he meets with you in person.
Personal Consultation
During your personal consultation, Dr. Elie Levine will meet with you individually to discuss what a Brazilian Butt Lift is and how he performs the procedure. He will ask you about your medical history, personal concerns, and desired results, and he will also perform a physical evaluation to assess your natural anatomy.
Dr. Elie Levine will then use this information to determine the best course of action. He will decide what areas of the body to take fat from and how much fat to transfer. Depending on your goals, he may also suggest pairing your procedure with another for more comprehensive results.
If you are ready to schedule this consultation with Dr. Elie Levine, please contact us online or call (212) 988-1800.
If you reside outside New York or internationally and cannot meet in person, please let us know. Our team can provide you with flexible accommodations.
Preparation
After your consultation, you will need to make certain preparations to be ready for your procedure. These include:
- Avoiding Certain Medications: Unless medically necessary, refrain from taking any medications or supplements with antiplatelet or blood-thinning properties.
- Preparing Transportation: Have a trusted friend or family member transport you home, as you will not be able to drive yourself.
- Arranging Time to Rest: Prepare to take some time away from your responsibilities and commitments to allow your body time to heal.
- Acquiring Your Medications: Before your procedure, fill any prescriptions you will need for your recovery.
- Ceasing Any Substances: Avoid consuming any alcohol or nicotine in the weeks leading up to your procedure, and prepare to maintain your abstinence throughout your recovery.
Procedure
Dr. Elie Levine will perform your BBL as an outpatient procedure in the AAAASF-accredited, in-office operating suite. The duration of your procedure will be approximately 1.5 to 3.5 hours, depending on the extent of your enhancements. For your comfort, you will receive either twilight or general anesthesia.
Dr. Elie Levine will place a small incision near the targeted fat deposit in your predesignated donor area. He will inject the local fat with a blend of epinephrine, lidocaine, and saline, which helps minimize bleeding, further numb the local tissues, and allow for delicate removal. (4)
Dr. Elie Levine will insert the cannula through the same incision and move it back and forth to break down the fat deposits before harvesting them from the body, leaving the area more toned and contoured. Dr. Elie Levine will then purify and prepare the fat for reinjection, ensuring only the most viable fat cells are used.
Dr. Elie Levine will then carefully readminister using his microdroplet technique, which enhances the precision of the placement and fat survival. He will carefully resculpt the shape and fullness of your buttocks, address any asymmetry, and fill in your hip dips. After placing the fat and achieving your desired sculpt, Dr. Elie Levine will carefully close the incision and let you rest in our recovery suite.
Recovery
Initially, you may experience some mild swelling, bruising, or tenderness around the treated areas. These side effects are temporary and will dissipate on their own. Dr. Elie Levine will provide you with long-acting pain relief and a special post-surgical garment. You should wear this garment for at least two weeks. It will help prevent further swelling and protect the buttocks.
You may return to light activities after resting for approximately one week; however, you may need to wait three weeks before reintroducing moderate tasks and exercises. You should postpone or refrain from anything strenuous for six weeks, or until Dr. Elie Levine approves.
Dr. Elie Levine’s BBL protocol includes scar minimization, so you will notice that your scars are incredibly discreet and fade effectively as you heal. As a result, you will be able to feel confident in and out of clothing, able to wear the most revealing clothes and bathing suits as you please!
If you reside internationally or out of state, please let us know, and we can arrange flexible accommodations to help you achieve a restful recovery before traveling home.
Results
You will see immediate improvements in your silhouette, but your enhancements will become more pronounced as you continue to recover. While your results will vary, you can expect rounder, shapelier, and more symmetrical buttocks. They will also appear fuller, more pronounced, and more proportionate, which can contribute to a more balanced and contoured figure overall.
It is important to note that you will resorb some of the fat as you recover. However, the fat that survives will remain there indefinitely. Dr. Elie Levine’s microdroplet technique ensures incredible fat survival rates.
Corresponding Procedures
BodyTite™
BodyTite is a minimally invasive treatment that uses radiofrequency energy to tighten the skin and stimulate neocollagenesis. This is one of Dr. Elie Levine’s specialties, and he can perform it around other parts of the body to tighten, smooth, and contract skin tissue.
Mommy Makeover
A mommy makeover is a comprehensive combination of different body contouring and breast-enhancing techniques that correct the physical changes of pregnancy and childbirth. Dr. Elie Levine can integrate a BBL into a mommy makeover to transform the entirety of your figure within one procedure and to address any concerns affecting your buttocks post-pregnancy.
Thigh Lift
A thigh lift is a surgical procedure that can tighten the skin and remove localized fat from the upper thighs, and even remove skin. Dr. Elie Levine can combine this procedure with a BBL to create a more seamless transition between the legs, thighs, buttocks, and lower back, which can leave you with a more desirable and defined silhouette.
Body Lift
A body lift is a surgical procedure that excises excess skin, eliminates accumulated fat, and tightens loose or weakened muscles around the midsection. This procedure can correct the lasting physical changes of aging and weight loss, and it cohesively addresses the abdomen, waist, flanks, thighs, and buttocks. Dr. Elie Levine can combine your BBL with a body lift to remove excess tissue while simultaneously sculpting the contours you have been striving for.
Cost of Brazilian Butt Lifts in New York City
The cost of your Brazilian Butt Lift will vary depending on the details of your treatment plan. Once Dr. Elie Levine has met with you to discuss each one, he will give you a comprehensive cost estimate. He also offers financing for those who qualify.
For further inquiries about pricing, please request a consultation online or call (212) 988-1800.
FAQ
Where will Dr. Elie Levine take fat from?
Dr. Elie Levine can take fat from most areas of the body to accentuate curves. During your consultation, he will assess your anatomy to decide what area(s) are more suitable.
How much fat will Dr. Elie Levine transfer during my Brazilian Butt Lift?
The amount of fat that Dr. Elie Levine transfers will vary depending on your pre-existing anatomy and your desired results. He will provide you with a more precise answer when meeting with you in person.
How long will it take to recover from a Brazilian butt lift?
Most of Dr. Elie Levine’s patients can return to work after resting for approximately one to three weeks. However, you will need to avoid participating in any strenuous activities or tasks until he approves of your return.
Are the results of a Brazilian Butt Lift permanent?
Yes, the results of a BBL are permanent. Although the body will resorb some fat as you recover, the remaining fat will stay fixed.
References
- Serbülent Güzey, Ayça Ergan Şahin. Brazilian Butt Lift: An Experience Over 3000 Patients. Aesthetic plastic surgery. Published online April 5, 2024. doi:https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-024-03965-8
- Costanzo D, Romeo A, Marena F. Autologous Fat Grafting in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: An Historical Perspective. Eplasty. 2022;22:e4. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9350545/
- Abu-Ghname A, Perdanasari AT, Reece EM. Principles and Applications of Fat Grafting in Plastic Surgery. Seminars in Plastic Surgery. 2019;33(03):147-154. doi:https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0039-1693438
- Bartow MJ, Raggio BS. Liposuction. PubMed. Published 2022. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK563135/