Is it safe to combine (Brazilian Butt Lift) BBL with Tummy Tuck
The (Brazilian Butt Lift) BBL and the tummy tuck are two of the most popular body contouring procedures. The BBL surgery aims to boost the buttocks’ volume and enhance their shape using your own fat. The tummy tuck is designed to get rid of the excess skin and fat from the abdominal area, creating a thinner and smoother belly.
However, many patients want to know “Can you get a BBL with a tummy tuck?” and the answer is, yes.
However, it must be a well-considered and informed decision made after consulting with a board-certified and experienced plastic surgeon. To ensure successful outcomes, some considerations regarding the surgery need to be made.
What Is A BBL?
A BBL is a type of cosmetic surgery that aims to improve the size and shape of your buttocks using your own fat. Different from conventional butt implants, which use artificial materials, a Brazilian Butt Lift is a special technique known as fat transfer. The procedure is made in two steps:
- Liposuction: The fat is extracted from an area of your body with too much fat. It is most commonly your abdomen, thighs, or love handles.
- Fat Injection: The cleaned fat is injected into your buttocks according to the shape and volume agreed upon by you and your surgeon.
The main advantage of this particular technique is that it allows you to sculpt your body twice in one surgery. In other words, you get the added volume of your buttocks and the outline of the sucking body.
What Is a Tummy Tuck?
A tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, is a type of surgery that gets rid of excess skin and fat from your abdomen while, at the same time, tightening up any loose or separated muscles in this area and flattening and smoothing the tummy.
A lot of people, especially women who have had kids and who, in the process, have experienced a great amount of both sagging or loose skin in the tummy area and weak muscles that have separated too much, opt for this procedure hoping to improve the look of their midsection.
Kinds of Tummy Tucks
There are different types of tummy tucks. For instance, you can have either:
- Full vs. Mini Tummy Tuck
The former concerns all the areas of the abdomen, both the lower area and above the belly button, the latter one applies only to below the belly button and is therefore more easily “manageable” than the other;
The majority of the people undergoing this surgery tend to be satisfied with the final result. However, it should be noted that, in case there is too much weight to lose, one tummy tuck would in all likelihood not suffice.
Furthermore, people with large tummies must keep in mind that they would not be able to get rid of all the folds and fat hanging in the belly area singlehandedly since, even after going through surgery, one will still be left with some skin that will have to be hidden using some clothes.
In case, however, you have loose skin that cannot be removed just like that and a tummy sticking out, this surgery would be perfect for you.
- Fat Transfer to the Buttocks
Following the liposuction, the surgeon grafts the purified fat into the buttocks to achieve the plumper and rounder appearance commonly associated with a BBL.
- Tightening of Abdominal Skin and Muscles
After the fatty tissues have been extracted via liposuction, the tummy tuck operation removes the hanging skin and tightens the abdominal muscles, making the midsection smoother and more contoured.
When combining these two procedures, you both effectively flatten your stomach and achieve a perkier and more shapely buttocks all at once.
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Reasons To Do A BBL With Tummy Tuck
BBL With Tummy Tuck
Some of the key reasons that might drive a patient to introduce a BBL to their tummy tuck include:
- Comprehensive Results
By focusing on both the main areas of concern – the abdomen and the buttocks at the same time, you might feel as if you are receiving a more comprehensive and balanced body contour, effectively transforming both your front and back view.
- One Surgery, One Recovery
Though your definite recovery period will depend on the particulars of the operation and on how you individually react to the surgery, tummy tucks and BBLs have specific recovery recommendations, and combining them means you only have to put yourself through both processes once.
You consolidate your recovery, meaning that you do not have to take off additional time from whatever you do, work or otherwise, in a couple of months.
- Maximum Advantage
Because BBLs and tummy tucks each include liposuction, you could move fat from the abdomen to the buttocks more effectively if they are performed together, other than in two separate sessions, leaving you with a more pleasing appearance in the interim.
- Enhanced Confidence
Many patients feel more satisfied with their body and report a boost in self-esteem after both a BBL and a tummy tuck. Postoperative considerations may include:
- For the first 2-4 weeks after the surgery, you may want to avoid sitting directly on your buttocks. Sit with your weight distributed on your thighs, or use a special cushion that doesn’t put pressure on the butt.
- In most cases, you will have to wear a compression garment around both your abdomen and buttocks. Compression garments effectively reduce swelling and help support the healing process.
- During the healing period, which lasts for the first few weeks, you need to let your body rest. Additionally, you need to stay hydrated during this time, so make sure you drink plenty of water.
- Finally, since every case is different, you need to stick to the instructions of your particular surgeon. This includes the intake of prescribed medications, attending your follow-up visits, and activity restrictions.
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Conclusion
In many cases, a Brazilian Butt Lift combined with a tummy tuck can be a great choice that facilitates the full-body transformation. However, it is vital to consider the risks of both procedures and the recovery process to make an informed decision. You should also consult with a highly-qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon to ensure your safety and the best results from your body contouring procedures.
