What is a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)?

A Brazilian Butt Lift uses your own fat to shape and contour your body and add volume to the buttocks. Unlike implants that can look and feel fake, your own fat is soft and supple and will give you safe, long-lasting and natural results.

How much fat can be removed for a BBL?

To perform a safe Brazilian Butt Lift, there are general guidelines that determine how much fat should be removed at one time. In general it is not recommended to remove more than 5 liters of fat at any given time. In most Brazilian Butt Lift procedure, we only remove on average of 2-4 liters. Remember, LIpo 360 and Brazilian Butt Lift is NOT a weight loss procedure - it is a body contouring procedure. As a matter of fact most patients will not lose weight after a Brazilian Butt Lift since we are putting most of the fat back in to build your Butt and hips.

Can very thin people still get a Brazilian Butt lift?

Yes even relatively thin patients can still get a Brazilian Butt Lift, as long as there is some fat to harvest. With our SAFE lipo 360 technique, our surgeons can typically find enough fat to create a meaningful enhancement! We can also harvest fat from other areas including thighs and arms. Your surgeon will evaluate your entire body and will give you an honest assessment if you have enough fat. In some cases your surgeon may recommend for you to gain some weight before your surgery in order to enhance your results.

How long much time should I take off work for BBL procedure?

After a Brazilian Butt Lift, most patients will need about one week off of work. Depending on the physical nature of your job, you may be able to return sooner or you may be required to be on light duty for even longer. If in doubt, ask your surgeon about your expected time off your specific job.

How long is the recovery for BBL surgery?

After a Brazilian Butt Lift, you should not sit or lie on the areas where your fat was injected for 4-6 weeks. This is because pressure can destroy fat cells as they are healing, so staying off of them will give the fat the best chance to survive! That means you should sleep or lie on your tummy only, avoid sitting directly on the buttocks or hips using a special BBL pillow, or stand as much as possible instead of sitting. In our practice, patients who adhere to these guidelines enjoy up to 70-80% fat take and long-lasting results.

How much does a Brazilian Butt Lift surgery cost in Chicago?

The average cost of a Brazilian Butt lift will cost between $9,500 to $12,500 in Chicago, Illinois. A Brazilian Butt Lift is a very specialized procedure so be careful if the price is drastically lower than the average cost. Make sure your surgeon has performed many Brazilian Butt Lifts and has a good photo gallery with results.

Skinny Brazilian Butt Lift | Chicago, IL

Skinny Brazilian Butt Lift

Name: Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics
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"I am so happy with my bbl. Natural, perky and bubbly!"

A “Skinny BBL” or “Skinny Brazilian Butt Lift” is a body contouring procedure designed for very thin or petite patients who typically have very little fat.

Similar to a traditional Brazilian Butt Lift, a trained surgeon will harvest fat from areas of the body and strategically transfer the fat to shape and sculpt your figure.

If you’ve been turned down for a BBL because you’ve been told you don’t have enough fat, you may need a Skinny BBL specialist at Dr. Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics.

A Skinny Brazilian Butt Lift is like getting TWO procedures in one. It is the ultimate way to enhance not only your buttocks and hips, but also your tummy, back, and waist all at the same time.

Removes fat from areas you don’t want. Getting Lipo360 and a Brazilian Butt Lift removes fat from areas you don’t want and transfers them to areas that you do to give you the curves in all the right places!
Natural results! Brazilian Butt Lift uses your own fat to build your new butt! Unlike implants that can look and feel fake, your own fat is soft and supple and will give you safe, natural results.
Lasting results! The fat doesn’t go away. With our technique, we get on average 70-80% fat take and most patients will have permanent results. As long as you follow your surgeon’s instructions and maintain a healthy diet and exercise, your brazilian butt lift results will last.

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Skinny "BBL" Brazilian Butt Lift Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need To Know About The Skinny Brazilian Butt Lift Procedure

Yes! Even very skinny patients can get BBL if your surgeon is an expert in fat harvesting in thin patients! As Skinny BBL specialists, Dr. Truong and Dr. Lin utilize special techniques and tools to safely maximize fat harvesting for BBL in even the thinnest individuals.

A Skinny BBL is performed in a patient who is starting with a low weight or underweight. Having low weight makes it more difficult to harvest enough fat to achieve a noticeably good result. Most Skinny BBL patients have BMI 21 or less (BMI calculator here).

If you have a low BMI or very little fat, your BBL surgeon will need to be very skilled at harvesting fat and may employ special techniques to safely harvest enough for your BBL. In addition to an aggressive liposuction, your surgeon may suggest harvesting fat from additional areas including inner thighs, knee area, and arms.

For an accurate assessment of what you can achieve, see your surgeon for a consultation.

In general, patients getting Skinny BBL are looking to add more volume and projection to the buttocks, providing a perkier, athletic and youthful and proportional figure. With a skinny brazilian butt lift, the shape is often more important than volume.

Your surgeon may suggest gaining weight if possible prior to your procedure. There are some FDA-approved fillers which can be used in conjunction with your natural fat to achieve a fuller result. Your BBL surgeon will discuss these options with you during your consultation.

The amount of fat needed depends on body type and aesthetic goals, As little as 200cc of healthy fat per side can make a noticeable difference in some patients. A skilled Skinny BBL surgeon can usually harvest 500cc of healthy fat for each side, which in most thin patients is enough for a dramatic result!

After Skinny BBL, most patients can return to work in about 7 days, with full activity and recovery occurring around 4-6 weeks. Your surgeon will give you specific post-operative instructions.

After a Skinny BBL, you can expect to see results almost immediately.

As long as the fat is healthy, the longevity of the results should be the same as BBL in higher weight patients. After a Skinny BBL, it will be very important to follow your surgeon’s post-op instructions carefully, including not sitting or putting pressure on the fat for the 4 weeks in order to maximize fat take and maximize your results.

How much does Brazilian Butt Lift Surgery Cost in Chicago, Illinois? The cost of Skinny BBL is typically the same as a regular BBL in a normal or overweight patient. This is because even though less volume of fat can be harvested, the process of harvesting fat is actually more difficult and potentially time-consuming. Harvesting fat in very thin patients definitely requires specialized skill that not all BBL surgeons possess. In some cases, Skinny BBL can cost more if fat harvesting must be done in multiple or additional areas.

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Why Choose Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics for your Brazilian Butt Lift?

Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong

Voted one of "America’s Top Surgeons" in the field of Cosmetic Surgery by Consumer’s Research Council of America.

Men and women from all over the country come to Chicago to see Dr. Truong. His amazing results earned him the reputation as the “breast & body specialist,” that’s why he named his Chicago center, Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics.

Dr. Truong is a triple board certified cosmetic surgeon with a long list of academic awards and professional accolades.

Dr. completed medical school at University of Colorado School of Medicine where he was encouraged to pursue a surgical career by his professors who saw in him the rare combination of intellect and talented hands that are the hallmarks of an excellent surgeon.

Dr. Truong served as Chief Resident at Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Lutheran General Hospital, Mercy Medical Center, and St. Francis Hospital. During his surgical training, Dr. Truong received numerous awards and was published for his research work in skin regeneration and artificial skin.

Dr. Truong pursued his interests in aesthetic surgery by gaining acceptance to a highly competitive American Academy Cosmetic Surgery Fellowship. During his fellowship, Dr. Truong dedicated an entire year exclusively to the art and practice of Cosmetic Surgery. His training included facial rejuvenation techniques, breast and body restorative surgeries, liposuction and body sculpting, as well as minimally invasive aesthetic surgery, and laser surgery.

Dr. Pey-Yi Kevin Lin

Dr. Lin is a board certified plastic surgeon in Chicago, IL who emphasizes tailored care and treatment to each individual patient. His interest lies in body contouring procedures to help patients reach their desired perfect body. He specializes in breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, tummy tuck, liposuction, and Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL).

Originally from Northern California, Dr. Lin received a BA in Business Economics at the University of California – Los Angeles (UCLA). He then received a Master’s Degree in Physiology at the prestigious Georgetown University in Washington DC followed by completion of medical school at the University of Toledo in Ohio. He then completed a five year General Surgery residency at the University of Illinois – Chicago Metropolitan Group Hospitals. During his general surgery training, he was able to build a strong foundation in surgical skills, medical knowledge, and discipline.

Dr. Lin then continued his surgical training by completing a three year Plastic and Reconstructive fellowship at the University of Texas – Health Science center at Houston. There he trained under nationally renowned aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons, gaining valuable insight and an unparalleled experience.

Following his training, Dr. Lin returned back to Chicago to join a new practice, Doctors Plastic Surgery, and helped to propel the practice, serving patients throughout the greater Chicagoland area.

Dr. Lin is Board Certified in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery from the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). He is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

Dr. Lin holds a medical license from the state of Illinois. He has full admitting and operating privileges at Weiss Memorial Hospital and AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, Illinois.