Brazilian Butt Lift

Discomfort after a BBL is usually moderate and manageable with prescribed pain medication. Most patients describe the sensation as soreness or tightness in both the liposuctioned and transferred areas. The use of compression garments helps reduce swelling and improve comfort during recovery. While sitting or lying directly on the buttocks must be avoided for the first few weeks, specialized cushions can make mobility easier.

Within two weeks, most patients report feeling significantly better and ready to resume light daily activities.

Patients have a consultation, a pre-surgical visit, a surgery appointment, and several follow-up visits to ensure recovery is progressing as expected. Initial follow-ups are usually scheduled at 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months after surgery, though Dr. Pathak customizes this timeline based on each patient’s healing. These appointments are crucial for monitoring fat graft retention and managing any postoperative swelling.

You’ll notice an improvement in your body contour immediately after surgery, but the final results take time to settle fully. During the first few weeks, some of the transferred fat naturally reabsorbs; this is a normal part of the healing process. By three months, the remaining fat stabilizes, and swelling subsides, revealing the true contour and projection of your buttocks. Results continue to refine over the next six months, and with consistent weight maintenance, the outcome can last for many years.

Yes. Many patients choose to combine their BBL with other body contouring surgeries to enhance overall proportion and symmetry. Common combinations include tummy tuck, liposuction, or breast augmentation for a comprehensive “mommy makeover” result. Dr. Pathak carefully evaluates which procedures can be safely performed together to minimize downtime and optimize results.

Possible risks include fat absorption, contour irregularities, infection, fluid accumulation, or fat embolism: a rare but serious complication. Dr. Pathak follows the highest safety standards, using specialized techniques to ensure fat is injected only into the subcutaneous layer, significantly reducing risk. His emphasis on precision, sterile technique, and post-surgical monitoring helps ensure the safest and most predictable outcomes possible.