What is brazilian butt lift (bbl)?
Liposuction harvested from the waist and back, then transferred as fat to the buttocks.
What is brazilian butt lift (bbl)?
Liposuction harvested from the waist and back, then transferred as fat to the buttocks.
Also known as
- brazilian butt lift
- buttock augmentation
Quick facts
1 in 3,000
historical BBL mortality rate (now lower with safety updates)
60–70%
average fat survival rate
$8,500
national average surgeon fee
Common reasons people choose this procedure
Approaches and motivations vary by surgeon and patient anatomy. Compare techniques and real outcomes on the main Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) page.
Alternatives
Sculptra BBL
Series of injections that stimulate collagen for gradual butt fullness. No surgery, but multiple sessions and gradual results.
Butt implants
Permanent silicone implants. Hold shape better than fat over time but carry implant-specific risks (extrusion, capsular contracture).
Skinny BBL
Slim-patient version that prioritizes waist contouring with minimal fat transfer. Different aesthetic goal.