Brazilian Butt Lift

Recovery is moderately uncomfortable rather than painful, especially in the first few days. The soreness you’ll feel is due to the liposuctioned areas rather than the buttocks themselves. You’ll be advised to avoid sitting or lying directly on your buttocks for the first week, using a special BBL pillow if necessary. Swelling and bruising are normal and begin to subside after a couple of weeks.

You’ll have the initial consultation, a pre-operative appointment, the surgery, and at least one post-operative follow-up. Depending on your body’s healing process and the type of procedure you choose, you may need additional check-ins to monitor your progress and ensure optimal results. These follow-ups typically occur at our Marina del Rey office in Los Angeles and are included in your comprehensive surgical care.

Once the initial swelling subsides, you’ll begin to notice a noticeable difference in the shape and volume of your buttocks as early as two to three weeks after surgery. However, your final results will gradually emerge over the course of several months as your body adjusts and the transferred fat settles into place. Most patients see their full, final outcome around the three—to six-month mark. In the case of gluteal implants, results are more immediate, though some settling and softening will still occur over time.

Absolutely. Many of our Los Angeles patients choose to combine a Brazilian Butt Lift with other body contouring procedures, such as liposuction, a tummy tuck, or breast enhancement, to achieve a more comprehensive transformation. In fact, combining surgeries can reduce overall recovery time and provide more balanced, harmonious results. During your consultation, Dr. Macias will work closely with you to determine whether a combined approach is right for your goals, body type, and medical history.

Though rare, complications of butt implant surgery include poorly positioned implants and capsular contracture. In both of these cases, the implant may need to be removed. All butt augmentation procedures carry a risk of infection and bleeding.