Most patients experience some discomfort after a Brazilian Butt Lift, but it is generally manageable with prescribed medication and proper post-operative care. You may feel soreness, tightness, and swelling in both the donor and recipient areas, especially during the first week. Sitting directly on your buttocks is restricted for approximately three weeks to ensure the fat cells settle properly. By two to three weeks post-surgery, most patients report that soreness has subsided, and they are comfortably resuming light daily activities.

The Brazilian Butt Lift journey includes several important appointments. Your initial consultation is followed by a pre-operative visit, during which Dr. Craft reviews your surgical plan, addresses any questions you may have, and ensures you are fully prepared. Surgery day is the main procedure, and afterward, you will have multiple follow-up appointments to monitor healing, assess fat retention, and ensure your results are progressing as expected. Most patients attend 2–3 follow-ups within the first few months, but additional visits can be scheduled if needed. These appointments are essential for maintaining your safety and maximizing the long-term success of your BBL.

You will see immediate results after your Brazilian Butt Lift, but please note that swelling and bruising may make it difficult to assess the final results just yet. A portion of the transferred fat will not survive, and this is compensated for, which can make the initial results appear larger than they ultimately will be. The final results will be more apparent after about two to three months, when the swelling has subsided and a portion of the fat cells has been absorbed.

Tiny scars will be visible at the liposuction and grafting sites, but they are hard to notice.

Your final result will be a curvier, fuller, and rounder bottom, along with a more toned and sculpted look at the liposuction site. Generally, the results after a BBL are long-lasting. Please note that significant weight fluctuations can impact the size and shape of your buttocks. Maintain a stable weight to ensure your results remain outstanding.

Common combinations include tummy tuck surgery, liposuction in additional areas, breast augmentation, or body contouring procedures that enhance overall proportions. Dr. Craft will evaluate your goals, anatomy, and recovery timeline to determine the safest and most effective combination plan. Combining procedures can also reduce overall downtime and help achieve a more cohesive, sculpted silhouette in a single recovery period.

Common side effects include temporary swelling, bruising, and soreness in both the donor and recipient areas, which typically resolve within a few weeks. Less common risks include asymmetry, fat absorption (where a portion of the transferred fat does not survive), or minor irregularities in contour. More serious risks (though extremely rare) can include infection, blood clots, or complications related to anesthesia. Following Dr. Craft’s detailed pre- and post-operative instructions, including avoiding sitting directly on your buttocks and wearing compression garments, significantly reduces these risks and helps ensure long-lasting, safe, and natural-looking results.