Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) in Bangalore: Buttock Augmentation with Your Own Fat
Medically reviewed by Dr Sreekar Harinatha, MCh (Plastic Surgery)
A Brazilian butt lift (BBL) reshapes the buttocks using your own fat. Fat is removed by liposuction from the waist, flanks, lower back or abdomen, purified, and injected into the buttocks. This gives fuller, rounder buttocks and a slimmer waist in one surgery. At Contura Clinic, Bangalore, BBL is performed by plastic surgeon Dr Sreekar Harinatha.
Who is a BBL for?
A BBL may suit you if:
- your buttocks look small, flat or square for your body frame
- weight loss or ageing has left your buttocks flat or sagging
- clothes and swimwear don't fit the way you would like
- you have enough spare fat on the waist, back, flanks or abdomen to transfer
If you are very slim, you may not have enough fat. Buttock augmentation with implants may suit you better.
How is a BBL done?
- Liposuction: fat is removed from the lower back, waist, flanks or abdomen. Slimming the lower back also makes the buttocks look more projected.
- Purifying: the fat is cleaned and prepared for transfer.
- Fat transfer: the fat is injected into the buttocks through tiny cuts, at different levels, to build shape and curve.
BBL at a glance
| Fat taken from | Lower back, waist, flanks, abdomen |
| Anaesthesia | General or spinal anaesthesia |
| Surgery time | 2–4 hours |
| Hospital stay | Day care or one night admission |
| Sitting | Avoid direct pressure on the buttocks for at least 2 weeks, or as directed by your surgeon. Use a BBL pillow when sitting is permitted |
| Compression garment | Typically 4–6 weeks |
| Back to desk work | Usually 1–2 weeks, depending on recovery and the ability to avoid prolonged direct pressure on the buttocks |
| Final result | Initial results are visible early; the shape generally settles over 3–6 months as swelling reduces and the transferred fat stabilises |
| Cost | Starting from ₹2,00,000 + applicable taxes |
How safe is a BBL?
A BBL done by a qualified plastic surgeon is generally safe, but it has a rare, serious risk: fat entering the large veins in the buttock muscle (fat embolism). International plastic surgery safety guidelines advise injecting fat only into the layer under the skin, never into or under the muscle. Our safety steps include fat placement only above the muscle, accurate choice of cannula size and direction, and ultrasound guidance if needed.
Other possible risks include swelling, bruising, uneven shape, fat absorption that needs a touch-up, infection and fluid collection.
How long do BBL results last?
Some of the transferred fat is absorbed in the first few months. The fat that survives behaves like normal body fat and lasts long term. A stable weight helps keep your new shape.
Can a BBL be combined with other procedures?
Yes. A BBL is often combined with a tummy tuck, breast augmentation or lift and wider liposuction, for example as part of a mommy makeover.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Brazilian butt lift?
A Brazilian butt lift is buttock augmentation using your own fat. Fat is removed by liposuction from areas such as the waist and back, then injected into the buttocks to make them fuller and rounder.
Is a BBL permanent?
The fat that survives the first few months is long-lasting and behaves like your own fat. Some fat is absorbed early on, so a touch-up is sometimes needed. Big weight changes will change the result.
Can I sit after a BBL?
You need to avoid sitting directly on your buttocks for 2–3 weeks, so the new fat can settle and survive. When you do sit, use a BBL pillow under your thighs.
What if I don't have enough fat for a BBL?
If you are slim, there may not be enough fat to transfer. Buttock implants are another option, and Dr Sreekar can advise you at your consultation.
Related pages: BBL videos · Buttock implants · Fat grafting · Liposuction
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About the doctor
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Dr Sreekar Harinatha, MBBS, MS, MCh (Plastic Surgery, CMC Vellore), DNB (Plastic Surgery). Karnataka Medical Council Reg. No. 68989. Plastic and cosmetic surgeon at Contura Clinic, Kalyan Nagar. Best Paper Award at the IMCAS conference, Taipei, 2016, for his gynecomastia technique. Author of The Male Breast and over 40 papers in indexed journals. Member of IAAPS, IMA and the European College of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery.
Dr Sreekar Harinatha has extensive experience in Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery, having performed a substantial number of these procedures in India and Africa. His expertise combines advanced liposuction techniques with meticulous fat harvesting, processing and transfer to enhance buttock contour, improve body proportions and create harmonious, natural-looking results. Each procedure is individually planned, with a strong emphasis on patient safety, anatomical assessment and aesthetic balance.
This page is for general information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation. Results vary from person to person. Every procedure carries risks, which your surgeon will explain at your consultation.