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Some curves are worth keeping—and sometimes, they just need a little sculpting. A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) can enhance the volume and contour of your buttocks using your own fat, offering a natural, balanced result without implants. At Healy Plastic Surgery, every BBL is approached with careful artistry and medical precision.
Dr. Jeff Healy—a board-certified plastic surgeon with deep experience in aesthetic body contouring—handles every step of your care, from consultation to follow-up. All procedures take place in our AAAASF-certified, in-office surgical suite in Honolulu. With easy parking, private recovery, and lifetime follow-up, this is care designed around you. You’ll never feel rushed or passed between providers.
A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a two-part procedure that uses liposuction to remove unwanted fat (often from the abdomen, flanks, or thighs) and transfers it to the buttocks to improve shape, lift, and proportion.
This method avoids synthetic implants by using your body’s own tissue. That means results tend to look and feel more natural, especially when paired with Dr. Healy’s subtle, sculpted approach. Each BBL is tailored to your goals—whether you're looking to enhance volume, create better symmetry, or refine your waist-to-hip ratio.
Your BBL will be performed right here in our accredited surgical suite, under general anesthesia. Dr. Healy begins with liposuction to harvest fat from selected areas. That fat is then purified and carefully reinjected into the buttocks using small, strategically placed cannulas.
The process requires precision. Fat must be placed at the right depth and in the right amount to ensure both safety and a smooth, lifted look. Dr. Healy uses intra-operative ultrasound to ensure the cannula is in a safe location before injecting fat. After surgery, you’ll wear a compression garment and avoid sitting directly on your buttocks for a few weeks to allow the fat to establish a blood supply and survive. Patients go home the same day and recover comfortably at home with follow-up visits directly with Dr. Healy.
A BBL can address several aesthetic concerns at once. Because fat is removed from one area and added to another, this procedure enhances proportions rather than focusing on a single spot. It’s often chosen by people who:
A Brazilian Butt Lift is more than just a buttock enhancement—it’s a full-body contouring procedure. Because it involves liposuction to harvest fat, the areas where that fat is removed are also refined and sculpted.
Most commonly, fat is taken from the abdomen, flanks (“love handles”), lower back, inner or outer thighs, bra rolls, or upper back, and arms (in select cases). By slimming these areas, the waist becomes more defined and the transition to the hips and buttocks becomes smoother and more proportionate. This contrast is a key reason why BBLs offer such a dramatic visual improvement, even if the volume added to the buttocks is subtle.
Every body is different, and Dr. Healy will tailor your procedure to target the areas that make the most sense for your goals and anatomy. The result is a more balanced, sculpted look that complements your natural shape.
The most obvious benefit is the enhancement of the buttocks—but that’s only part of it. You’ll also enjoy improved contour in the areas where fat was removed, creating a more defined waist, smoother thighs, or slimmer back.
Patients often feel more confident in clothing (especially fitted dresses, swimwear, or jeans) and more comfortable in their own skin. Because the procedure uses your own fat, the results tend to be softer and more natural than synthetic implants. And when performed safely by an experienced surgeon like Dr. Healy, results can last for years.
Good candidates for a BBL are in good health, at a stable weight, and have enough body fat to safely harvest for transfer. This procedure may not be ideal for people with very low body fat or certain medical conditions that affect healing. You should also be willing to follow all aftercare instructions, including modified sitting and sleeping positions during recovery.
If you smoke or use nicotine products, you’ll need to stop before surgery, as this can impact how well the transferred fat survives. During your consultation, Dr. Healy will review your goals, anatomy, and safety considerations to help you decide if a BBL is the right fit for your body and lifestyle.
Recovery from a Brazilian Butt Lift is typically 10–14 days of modified activity. You’ll need to avoid sitting or lying directly on your buttocks for at least 2 weeks and using special pillows or positioning techniques to protect the fat grafts once you resume sitting.
Most patients return to light work and daily routines within two weeks. Swelling and bruising are normal and improve over time. Full results become visible over 3–6 months, once the fat has stabilized.
You’ll see Dr. Healy for all follow-up visits—no physician assistants or handoffs. And with complimentary lifetime follow-up care, you’ll always have access to expert guidance if questions arise in the future.
The results of a BBL are long-lasting when paired with stable weight and healthy habits. About 50% of the transferred fat typically survives, which is why the initial volume may appear slightly fuller than the final result.
Most patients notice more projection, roundness, and smoother contours. Many also enjoy the added benefit of a narrower waist or slimmer thighs due to liposuction. These changes can lead to increased confidence, a better fit in clothing, and a stronger sense of self-image, without the need for implants or synthetic materials.
At Healy Plastic Surgery, your care is never rushed or standardized. Dr. Jeff Healy performs all consultations, surgeries, and follow-ups himself, ensuring a high level of trust and continuity.
Our central Honolulu facility offers a fully accredited, in-office surgical suite, designed for privacy and comfort, with free parking and a dedicated recovery space. Financing and VIP options are available for those seeking a fully customized experience. Beyond surgical skill, you’re choosing a practice with a legacy of care. From the Healy Healthcare Foundation’s annual scholarship to ongoing global medical missions, this is a team deeply rooted in service to both the community and the individual.
When performed safely and paired with a stable lifestyle, BBL results can last for many years. While some fat may be reabsorbed initially, the surviving fat cells are permanent.
You’ll need to avoid sitting directly on your buttocks for about 2 weeks. Special cushions and positioning will be recommended to protect the grafts during healing.
When performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Healy in an accredited facility, a BBL can be very safe. Patient safety is always the top priority.
In most cases, there are no surgical drains. Any sutures are usually absorbable or removed in a follow-up visit with Dr. Healy.
Discomfort is generally mild to moderate and well managed with medication. Most patients describe soreness similar to a workout.
This varies by body type and goals, but generally, you need enough fat in areas like the abdomen, flanks, or thighs to harvest safely.
Yes, BBL is often paired with procedures like liposuction. Dr. Healy can help you explore safe combinations based on your goals.
Pricing depends on the areas treated and the complexity of your case. We offer transparent pricing and financing options to help you plan with confidence.
Some reabsorption is normal; usually, about 50% of the fat remains. This is accounted for during surgery to help ensure the desired final outcome.
Significant weight changes can affect your results. To maintain your shape, it’s best to stay within 5–10 pounds of your post-op weight.
