Brazilian Buttock Lift

What Is a Brazilian Buttock Lift?

Did you know that Brazilian Buttock Lift (BBL) surgery has become one of the most sought-after body contouring procedures in Los Angeles? This procedure enhances the shape, volume, and lift of the buttocks using your own fat for a natural, curvaceous appearance.

A Brazilian Buttock Lift, also called fat transfer to the buttocks, involves liposuction of unwanted fat from areas such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs, which is then purified and strategically injected into the buttocks.

At CK Plastic Surgery in Koreatown, Los Angeles, Dr. K. Charles Kim, M.D., F.A.C.S., combines surgical precision with artistic vision to sculpt naturally rounded, lifted buttocks while harmonizing the overall body contour.

Why Choose Brazilian Buttock Lift at CK Plastic Surgery

Patients choose Dr. Kim because:

  • He is board-certified and fellowship-trained in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
  • Expertise in fat transfer techniques ensures safe, long-lasting results.
  • Advanced body-contouring methods maximize volume and shape while maintaining natural proportions.
  • Personalized treatment plans tailored to your body, goals, and aesthetic vision.
  • Emphasis on safety, minimal scarring, and comprehensive post-operative care.

Benefits of Brazilian Buttock Lift

Key benefits include:

  • Enhances buttock volume, lift, and projection naturally
  • Improves body contour by removing fat from unwanted areas
  • Restores youthful, rounded shape to the buttocks
  • Long-lasting results using your own tissue instead of implants
  • Can correct asymmetry or sagging of the gluteal region

Before & After Images

Click and take a look at these remarkable results of Doctor Kim's procedures showcased in the images to the right. These before and after pictures offer a compelling look at the significant, positive changes we help our patients achieve. To explore a much wider range of our transformations, and see even more results for yourself, visit our Before and After Gallery.

Who Should Avoid Brazilian Buttock Lift?

This procedure may not be suitable for:

  • Individuals with poor overall health or uncontrolled conditions
  • Those with unrealistic aesthetic expectations
  • Patients lacking sufficient donor fat for transfer

Dr. Kim evaluates every patient to ensure BBL is appropriate and safe, sometimes recommending alternative or complementary body-contouring procedures.

Ideal Candidates

Ideal candidates are adults seeking:

  • Natural enhancement of the buttocks using their own fat
  • Improved overall body contour and proportions
  • Correction of sagging, asymmetry, or volume loss due to aging or weight loss

The Procedure – What to Expect

Direct answer: A Brazilian Buttock Lift involves liposuction to harvest fat, purification of the fat, and careful injection into the buttocks to create natural volume, lift, and shape.

Step-by-Step Overview

  1. Anesthesia: Performed under general anesthesia for comfort and safety.
  2. Liposuction: Fat is removed from areas such as abdomen, flanks, or thighs.
  3. Fat Purification: Extracted fat is filtered and prepared for reinjection.
  4. Injection: Fat is strategically injected into the buttocks in layers for natural contour and symmetry.
  5. Closure: Small incisions are closed, and compression garments are applied to reduce swelling.

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Recovery and Aftercare

Direct answer: Recovery typically lasts 2–4 weeks, with initial swelling and mild discomfort gradually resolving.

Recovery Timeline:

  • Days 1–7: Pain, swelling, and bruising managed with medication; avoid sitting directly on the buttocks
  • Weeks 2–3: Light activity can resume; compression garments continue to support healing
  • Weeks 4–6: Return to normal activity with gradual increase in sitting time

Tips for Optimal Recovery:

  • Avoid prolonged sitting on your buttocks for 2–3 weeks
  • Wear compression garments as instructed
  • Stay hydrated and follow a healthy diet to support healing
  • Attend all follow-up appointments with Dr. Kim

Surgery / Service Results

  • Lifted, fuller, and naturally contoured buttocks
  • Enhanced body proportions
  • Improved confidence and overall silhouette

Why Patients Trust Dr. K. Charles Kim

Dr. K. Charles Kim, M.D., F.A.C.S., is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon renowned for his artistry, precision, and patient-first philosophy.
He has trained and practiced at elite institutions including:

  • Advanced Surgery Institute, Beverly Hills Physicians Medical Institute
  • Brown University / Rhode Island Hospital (Chief Resident, Plastic Surgery)
  • Jelim and BK Clinics, Seoul, South Korea
  • Robert Flowers, M.D., Honolulu, Hawaii

Dr. Kim combines Korean aesthetic principles with advanced American surgical methods to create results that are subtle, elegant, and timeless. His mission is simple:

“At CK Plastic Surgery, your satisfaction is our goal.”

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