If you're seeking to enhance the shape and volume of your buttocks, a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) offers a natural solution using your body's own fat. Dr. Michele Shermak, a board-certified plastic surgeon, is recognized for her expertise in Brazilian butt lift in Baltimore, Maryland.
Brazilian Butt Lift Baltimore, Maryland
What are the Benefits of a Brazilian Butt Lift?
- Natural enhancement using your own fat
- Slimming of donor areas like the waist and abdomen
- Minimal scarring from small liposuction incisions
- Long-lasting, shapely results with a softer, more natural feel
Brazilian Butt Lift Before & After
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Who is an Ideal Candidate for a Brazilian Butt Lift?
You may be a good candidate for a Brazilian butt lift in Maryland if you:
- Have sufficient fat in the donor areas
- Want a fuller, more lifted buttocks without implants
- Are in good health and at a stable weight
- Have realistic expectations and can follow recovery guidelines
Video: Dr. Shermak Explains the Difference between a Buttock Lift and a Brazilian Butt Lift
Brazilian Butt Lift Procedure Customization
Dr. Shermak takes a highly individualized approach to each BBL:
- Fat Mapping: She carefully selects fat donor areas to sculpt your overall body contour.
- Combined Procedures: BBL is often paired with other surgeries like a tummy tuck, breast augmentation, liposuction, or even a facelift, rhinoplasty for total body rejuvenation.
Brazilian Butt Lift Surgery Recovery Timeline
Following a structured post-operative plan is essential for achieving optimal results and preserving fat survival. Dr. Shermak's recovery guidelines are informed by best practices from leading plastic surgeons:
Week 1:
Expect swelling and bruising. Avoid sitting or lying directly on the buttocks, and use a BBL pillow when sitting is unavoidable.
Weeks 2–3:
You may resume light daily activities. Continue wearing compression garments to reduce swelling and support your new shape.
Weeks 4–6:
Most swelling resolves. Short, supported periods of sitting may be permitted. Moderate activity can resume under guidance.
Months 2–3:
Final results become more visible. Maintain a stable weight to preserve your enhanced shape.
Brazilian Butt Lift FAQs
Will there be scars?
How long does the BBL procedure take?
Can I sit down after my Brazilian butt lift?
Can I combine a BBL with another procedure?
How long until I can exercise again after a BBL?
How long do the results of a BBL last?
Is a BBL done with local anesthesia or under general anesthesia?
When can I shower after a BBL?
How much fat can I expect to keep permanently from the transfer procedure?
Do the results of a BBL feel natural?
Does the transferred fat migrate to other areas?
Will there be scars?
Scars from your BBL procedure will be very minimal—only a few millimeters long—and will fade nicely.
How long does the BBL procedure take?
A BBL takes between two to four hours to complete.
Can I sit down after my Brazilian butt lift?
You’ll want to avoid sitting directly on your bottom for a minimum of three to four weeks after your BBL.
Can I combine a BBL with another procedure?
Yes, a BBL is often combined with liposuction, tummy tuck, or breast augmentation.
How long until I can exercise again after a BBL?
Wait six weeks before you exercise again after your BBL.
How long do the results of a BBL last?
The results of a BBL are so long-lasting that they may be considered permanent—it’s worth noting, however, that your butt size will still be subject to weight gain and loss.
Is a BBL done with local anesthesia or under general anesthesia?
Both—a BBL can be done with either local anesthesia or general anesthesia.
When can I shower after a BBL?
Wait for 48 hours before you shower after a BBL procedure so that you can be sure your incisions have fully sealed.
How much fat can I expect to keep permanently from the transfer procedure?
You can expect to retain about 50% to 80% of the transferred fat.
Do the results of a BBL feel natural?
Because the augmentation is done with your own cells, the results feel completely natural, just as your natural body would.
Does the transferred fat migrate to other areas?
The transferred fat will not migrate to other areas of the body.
