Brazilian Butt Lift in Seattle

If you've always wanted fuller, rounder buttocks but don't want implants, a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) might be an option for you. This procedure uses your own fat to enhance your curves naturally and help you create the shapely silhouette you've been dreaming about. Dr. Javad Sajan at Allure Esthetic Plastic Surgery is a renowned plastic surgeon who combines advanced fat transfer techniques with an artistic eye for proportion and balance. With over 4,000 cosmetic procedures and a commitment to patient safety, Dr. Sajan helps patients achieve beautiful, natural-looking results that enhance their entire figure.

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A Brazilian Butt Lift is a specialized fat transfer procedure that enhances the size and shape of your buttocks without implants. The procedure involves two steps:

• Liposuction to remove fat from areas where you don't want it (like the abdomen, flanks, back, or thighs)
• Fat injection to add volume and curves to your buttocks

This two-in-one approach - removing fat from one area and using it to add volume to the buttocks - is a big reason many people ask about BBL when considering body contouring.

A BBL can offer a few benefits that may be appealing for the right patient, but results vary and depend on your anatomy, healing, and the surgeon’s technique.

Uses Your Own Fat

Because a BBL uses your own fat instead of an implant, many patients prefer the idea of using natural tissue. It may also avoid implant-specific issues, but it does not remove all risk, and fat transfer has its own safety considerations.

Adds Shape While Reducing Fullness Elsewhere

BBL often includes liposuction from areas like the abdomen, waist, back, or thighs, which can improve body contour overall. How much contouring is possible depends on how much removable fat you have and what is safe to remove.

Results Can Be Tailored

Dr. Sajan can place fat in different areas to adjust shape and balance, but there are limits based on your tissue, blood supply, and safety. The goal is a result that fits your body proportions and looks natural for you.

Long-Lasting for Many Patients

Not all transferred fat survives, and the final volume can change during healing. If some fat cells survive and you maintain a stable weight, results can last, but no outcome can be promised in advance.

Minimal Scarring

Liposuction and fat transfer use small incisions, which often heal well, but scarring depends on the person. Most scars fade over time, though they may not fully disappear.

A BBL may be a good fit if you:

• Have enough fat in donor areas (so there is enough to transfer safely)
• Have skin that can handle the change in shape (skin quality matters)
• Have realistic expectations about size, shape, and healing
• Are in overall good health and cleared for surgery
• Do not smoke or use nicotine, or you can stop before and after surgery as directed by your surgeon

Patients should be at a stable weight before surgery. If you're planning to lose weight, it's advisable to reach your goal first, as weight loss after BBL can affect your results.

During your consultation, Dr. Sajan will evaluate whether you have enough donor fat and discuss what results are achievable for your body type. Some patients who are thin may need to gain weight before surgery to have adequate fat for transfer.

Initial Consultation

Your BBL journey begins with a comprehensive consultation where Dr. Sajan will:

• Assess your body composition and fat distribution
• Discuss your aesthetic goals
• Take measurements and photos
• Explain the procedure in detail
• Show you before and after photos of similar patients
• Create a customized surgical plan
• Provide a detailed cost estimate

Pre-Operative Preparation

Once you decide to proceed, you'll receive detailed pre-operative instructions, including:

• Lab work and medical clearance requirements
• Medications to avoid before surgery
• Special garments to purchase
• Arranging time off work (typically 2 weeks for desk jobs)
• Planning your recovery space at home
• Smoking cessation at least 6 weeks before surgery

Day of Surgery

On surgery day:

• Marking: Dr. Sajan marks the areas for liposuction and fat injection
• Anesthesia: You'll receive general anesthesia for comfort
• Liposuction: Fat is carefully harvested using gentle techniques to preserve cell viability
• Processing: The fat is purified and prepared for injection
• Fat Transfer: Using specialized cannulas, Dr. Sajan meticulously injects fat in layers to create your desired shape
• Finishing: Incisions are closed and garments applied

The entire procedure typically takes 2-4 hours, depending on how much fat is being transferred.

Advanced Safety Protocols

Patient safety is a priority at Allure Esthetic. Dr. Sajan follows the latest safety recommendations, including:

• Avoiding injection into the muscle (staying in the subcutaneous layer)
• Using specialized cannulas designed for BBL
• Limiting fat transfer volume to safe amounts
• Operating in a JCAHO-accredited facility
• Following strict sterile techniques

Recovery from Brazilian Butt Lift requires patience and careful adherence to post-operative instructions. Here's a detailed timeline:

First 2 Weeks

• No sitting directly on your buttocks (use a BBL pillow or cushion)
• Sleep on your stomach or sides
• Wear compression garments 24/7 on liposuctioned areas
• Walk frequently to prevent blood clots
• Manage discomfort with prescribed medications
• Attend your first follow-up appointment

Weeks 3-6

• Gradually resume sitting with modifications
• Continue wearing compression garments
• Light activities permitted
• Swelling begins to subside
• Start lymphatic massage if recommended

Weeks 6-12

• Resume normal sitting
• Return to exercise (start slowly)
• See significant improvement in shape
• Final results beginning to emerge

3-6 Months

• Final results visible
• All swelling resolved
• Full activity clearance
• Enjoying your new curves

Sitting Restrictions

The most challenging aspect of BBL recovery is the sitting restriction. For the first 2-3 weeks, you cannot sit directly on your buttocks to avoid putting pressure on the newly transferred fat cells. We provide special BBL pillows and teach you modified sitting positions to protect your results.

Compression Garments

You'll wear compression garments on the areas where liposuction was performed. These garments:

• Reduce swelling
• Improve skin retraction
• Support healing tissues
• Help contour your new shape

Maintaining Results

Because transferred fat is living tissue, significant weight changes can affect long-term shape, so being at or near a stable weight before and after a BBL can help. We recommend:

• Aim for a stable, healthy weight
• Follow a balanced diet that supports your long-term goals
• Return to regular exercise only after Dr. Sajan clears you
• Try to avoid rapid weight loss or major weight gain, since both can change your results

Many patients wonder whether to choose BBL or buttock implants. Both can add volume, but they work in different ways. Here's how they compare:

Brazilian Butt Lift Advantages:

• It uses your own fat (no implant)
• Liposuction can improve contour in donor areas
• Incisions are usually small
• Many patients prefer the look and feel of fat transfer

Buttock Implant Advantages:

• They can add volume even if you have very little donor fat
• The amount of volume added is planned using implant sizing
• There is no need to harvest fat from other areas

For most patients with adequate donor fat, Dr. Sajan recommends BBL for the most natural, beautiful results.

Some patients choose to enhance their results by combining BBL with other procedures:

Tummy Tuck

A tummy tuck with BBL addresses loose abdominal skin. This combination requires special positioning during recovery.

Breast Augmentation

Adding breast enhancement to your BBL can help create balanced proportions and even an hourglass figure.

Mommy Makeover

For mothers wanting comprehensive body restoration, BBL can be incorporated into a mommy makeover for a complete transformation.

Additional Liposuction

Strategic liposuction of the arms, back, or thighs can help enhance your overall contour and provide more fat for transfer if needed.

The cost of BBL varies based on several factors:

• Amount of liposuction needed
• Volume of fat transfer
• Additional procedures
• Surgical facility fees
• Anesthesia costs

At Allure Esthetic, Brazilian Butt Lift starts at $8,950. This comprehensive price includes:

• Dr. Sajan's surgical fee
• Operating room costs
• Anesthesia fees
• Post-operative garments
• BBL pillow and supplies
• All follow-up appointments

We offer various financing options to make your BBL affordable, including interest-free plans for qualified patients.

BBL safety is a common concern, and it’s important to take it seriously. Like any surgery, a BBL has risks, and safety depends on the surgeon’s training, technique, and careful patient selection. Leading plastic surgery organizations have published safety recommendations for gluteal fat grafting, including avoiding injection into or below the muscle and using techniques that support safer fat placement.

Dr. Sajan addresses BBL safety by starting with careful patient screening and clear goal-setting, since every patient needs a different plan. His approach emphasizes technique aligned with major safety guidance for gluteal fat grafting, including safer fat placement and avoiding deep injection into or below the muscle. He also focuses on structured aftercare and follow-up so patients have clear instructions and support during recovery.

BBL results can be long-lasting, but they can also change over time, especially with major weight changes. A steady, healthy routine can help support your results.

Weight Management

Since fat cells can grow or shrink with weight changes, maintaining stable weight is recommended.

Exercise

Because transferred fat is living tissue, significant weight gain or loss can affect shape. Dr. Sajan recommends aiming for a stable weight and avoiding big fluctuations.

Healthy Lifestyle

Balanced nutrition and hydration support recovery and general skin health. Avoiding nicotine is often recommended because it can affect healing and circulation. Follow-up visits also help Dr. Sajan to check healing and address concerns early.

How much fat survives after BBL?

Fat retention varies from person to person, but studies often estimate that about 20%–50% of the transferred fat may be reabsorbed, mostly in the first few months. The fat that successfully establishes a blood supply can remain long-term, but exact percentages and final volume cannot be promised in advance.

Can I sit after BBL?

For the first 2-3 weeks, you must avoid sitting directly on your buttocks. Use special BBL pillows and modified sitting positions. After this initial period, you can gradually resume normal sitting.

Will I need multiple BBL procedures?

Most patients achieve their desired results with one procedure. However, some choose a second round of fat grafting for additional enhancement. This is typically done at least 6 months after the first procedure.

What if I don't have enough fat for BBL?

Very thin patients may need to gain 10-15 pounds before surgery to have adequate donor fat. Dr. Sajan will discuss your options during consultation.

Can I lose weight after BBL?

Significant weight loss after BBL will reduce the size of your buttocks proportionally. We recommend reaching your goal weight before surgery for best results.

Is BBL painful?

Most discomfort may come from the liposuction areas rather than the buttocks themselves. Pain is well-controlled with medication, and most patients report manageable discomfort that improves quickly.

When can I exercise after BBL?

Light walking begins immediately. At 4-6 weeks, you may start light cardio. Full exercise, including squats and lunges, typically resumes at 8 weeks. Exercise guidelines will be provided.

How do I sleep after BBL?

You'll need to sleep on your stomach or sides for the first 2-3 weeks. We provide tips and pillow recommendations to make this more comfortable.

When it comes to Brazilian Butt Lift, experience and artistic vision make all the difference. Dr. Sajan offers:

• Expertise: Thousands of BBL procedures
• Safety: Strict adherence to the latest safety protocols
• Artistry: Natural results that enhance your unique proportions
• Innovation: Advanced techniques for optimal fat survival
• Support: Comprehensive care from consultation through recovery

View our gallery to see the beautiful, natural results our patients achieve.

If you're ready to achieve the shapely, proportionate figure you've always wanted, we're here to help. The Brazilian Butt Lift can transform not just your backside, but your entire silhouette and confidence.

Contact Allure Esthetic Plastic Surgery today to schedule your personalized BBL consultation with Dr. Sajan. During your appointment, you'll:

• Discuss your aesthetic goals
• Learn if you're a good candidate
• See before and after photos
• Receive a customized treatment plan
• Get answers to all your questions

Don't wait to love your curves. The beautiful, natural results you want are within reach.

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