Things to Know Before Getting A Brazilian Butt Lift

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There is now a vast amount of information on the procedure of on the Internet. For who have been interested in the Brazilian butt lift procedure, then, there is no doubt that a lot of research has been carried out into all the different and who offer the BBL procedure in London. So, you’ve on the right clinic and surgeon for your BBL procedure and are ready to take the first step in your journey to a more shapely figure.

The currently on the is fairly across the clinics that offer it in the UK and overseas. However, the actual steps involved in the patient from the first consultation through to the recovery period following BBL surgery differ from clinic to clinic. If you’re seriously having a Brazilian butt lift, our surgeons thought it would be beneficial for you to have an in-depth account of what to expect from having BBL surgery at Centre for in London.

What should I know before I have a consultation with a BBL surgeon?

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One of the key questions you should consider when BBL is whether . Will having a lower BMI affect my suitability for the butt lift surgery?

Brazilian butt lift, a surgical that the buttocks, relies on the transfer of fat to a significantly in buttock size. To enable this, must have excess fat on the body that can be removed and transferred to the buttocks.

However, in all cases, we would always recommend that patients be as close as to their target weight and aim for a healthy body mass index in the range of approximately 19 to 25 before BBL . You will, therefore, ensure that you are in the very best and mental health in order to your safety during anaesthesia and surgery, which will reduce any risks resulting from the procedure.

It is commonly mistaken that patients need a excess of fat to the best results. Our agree that this is not the case at all. with a healthy body mass index will almost invariably have enough reserves to remove from other areas of the body for successful gluteal and achieve amazing .

What to expect from the BBL consultation?

All and surgeons operate in a slightly different way. At Centre for Surgery, we offer for those considering having BBL surgery. This is we never want to feel pressured to have a procedure if it is not suitable for them. We always ensure that when you have a for BBL surgery, you will meet directly with the who will perform your .

The consultation will begin with your obtaining a full and medical history, including any you may be taking, followed by a detailed physical examination to determine your suitability for the BBL .  The consultation also serves as an ideal opportunity to ask your surgeon what results can be expected from BBL surgery, and your should be able to give you an accurate idea of what can be in terms of the final result. It would be best if you also asked to see the BBL before and after photos that your has out to give you an idea of what can be based on your particular body shape.

At the consultation, we always that all patients get to know their and ask as many questions as they can in order to make sure they have the right information to confidently with BBL surgery, knowing that it is the right option for you. It is important to trust your and feel with the advice they give. After every consultation, we would always recommend a minimum of a two-week "cooling off" period to go away and think about all of the procedure. During this period, feel free to give us a call if you have any further or would like to book a to ask your more about the BBL procedure.

What is the process once I have booked for my BBL surgery?

Once you have booked in for the Brazilian butt lift procedure, you’ll be allocated your very own patient care coordinator who is there to guide you through all steps of the patient journey, both before and after your . Your care coordinator is available to the and information you may need regarding any aspect of the . They will also be available to book your post-op appointments and ensure that you have all the instructions to get the best outcome from your surgery.

For BBL surgery, our team will ask you to complete a preoperative assessment, and you’ll be given a clear idea of what tests, if any, you will need to carry out before surgery. This could include blood tests and/or an ECG. You should do your best to ensure that you have out all the necessary tests at least two weeks before the BBL surgery. You will also need to ensure you have a responsible adult escort to drop you off and pick you up on the day of your BBL procedure. It’s important to ensure you have someone and mature, as they will also care instructions from a member of our nursing team before you can be safely discharged from the clinic.

A strong social support system is essential, especially during the first two weeks after the procedure. In the first week, it is important to take it easy and not do anything too . For patients with younger children, we recommend that someone look after them for the first 4-5 days after your .

What happens on the day of my BBL surgery?

On the day of your BBL surgery, one of our nurses will formally admit you to our day ward and you will have an opportunity to cover any last-minute which you may be unsure about. You will then be and have your observations taken, including blood pressure, pulse, height and weight.

Then, your will review you, and you will be given some medicines, anti-sickness and . You may also be given a mild sedative, which will help you relax. Finally, you will be seen by your surgeon, who will take photographs of you from different angles and mark the areas on your body where fat will be and . You will then be escorted to the operating room by one of our nurses, who will then anaesthetise you.

Once the is complete, you will be gradually woken up. While it is common to feel a little dizzy or groggy, you should not be in too much discomfort, as the will inject a local anaesthetic during the surgery. You will in a dedicated recovery area until our team determines that you are medically fit for . You must only go home with your responsible adult escort via car or taxi, not public transport.

What does BBL recovery involve?

You’ll be phoned the next day by one of our nurses, who will check that you’re recovering well. They will use the opportunity to the post-operative and ensure you are happy with them. You should aim to follow these fully to ensure a quick, . We recommend that take at least one week off work following BBL surgery. Sometimes, may wish to take more time off work, especially if they have more physically demanding jobs. If you are unsure, don’t hesitate to ask your surgeon, who can give you accurate advice on how much time to take off. During the first two weeks after surgery, you should make sure not to sit on your buttocks or lie flat on your back. This is to ensure that you have maximum of fat.

For all fat procedures, BBL, it is essential to remember that not all fat will survive the re-injection . Approximately 30% of the reinjected fat may be reabsorbed by the body. This is an entirely normal process, and your surgeon compensates for this by injecting more to account for the anticipated loss of some fat. The size of the immediately after surgery will go down slightly over the first few weeks. At about the 4 to 6-week mark, the buttock size will be .

Once the first two weeks have passed, your surgeon may then allow you to sit on your buttocks, but you should still avoid prolonged of . It is to sit on your for no more than 30 minutes before moving around. After 4 to 6 weeks, the newly fat will have become part of your normal fat cells, and you should be able to resume normal . You can resume exercise after 6 weeks, but it’s important not to overdo it.

In the postoperative period, you will continue to see a member of our postoperative team at regular intervals, and you will see your surgeon at the mark to review your healing and . You can also call the clinic any time if you have questions or concerns about your .

The fantastic thing about the BBL procedure is the excellent results it delivers, as reflected in the our patients provide. If you’ve considered having a BBL at Centre for Surgery, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today to book your free consultation. You’ll be able to learn about all aspects of the and determine whether you’re suitable. We are always so excited to guide patients to a new, more improved, and body contour.

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