Brazilian Butt Lift in New Jersey & Philadelphia
A balanced, shapely figure is often defined by curves that look natural and harmonious. For many people, genetics, weight fluctuations, or aging can lead to a flatter or less defined appearance through the hips and buttocks. The Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) offers a natural solution—using your own body fat to create smooth, fuller contours without implants.
At our locations in Princeton, Voorhees, Yardley, and Philadelphia, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. David W. Allison performs Brazilian Butt Lift surgery to enhance body shape and proportion while maintaining natural results. His refined approach focuses on safety, precision, and artistry, combining advanced fat-transfer techniques with a deep understanding of aesthetic balance.
Whether your goal is to improve curves, refine your waistline, or achieve more proportionate contours, Dr. Allison provides individualized treatment plans designed to enhance your natural shape and confidence.
What Is a Brazilian Butt Lift?
A Brazilian Butt Lift, commonly referred to as a BBL, is a cosmetic procedure that enhances the size and shape of the buttocks through fat transfer. Unlike buttock implants, a BBL uses fat harvested from your own body — typically the abdomen, hips, flanks, or thighs — to add volume and sculpt a more lifted, contoured appearance. The procedure involves two main steps:
Benefits of a Brazilian Butt Lift
The Brazilian Butt Lift offers both aesthetic and practical advantages, helping patients feel more confident and comfortable in their bodies. Key benefits include:
- Enhanced fullness, projection, and lift of the buttocks
- Improved body proportions and waist-to-hip balance
- Slimmer, contoured donor areas (such as abdomen or flanks)
- Natural look and feel using your own fat rather than implants
- Long-lasting enhancement when weight remains stable
- Boosted confidence in fitted clothing and swimwear
Because the transferred fat comes from your own body, there isminimal risk of allergic reaction or implant rejection. The result is a naturally enhanced silhouette that looks like your own — only more sculpted and proportionate.
Ideal Candidates
You may be a good candidate for a Brazilian Butt Lift if you:
- Desire fuller, shapelier buttocks with natural results
- Have adequate fat deposits in donor areas (such as the abdomen, thighs, or flanks)
- Are in good overall health and at a stable weight
- Are a non-smoker or willing to stop smoking before and after surgery
- Have realistic expectations about what the procedure can achieve
A BBL is not a weight-loss procedure. Rather, it refines your existing shape by redistributing fat from one area to another. Dr. Allison will evaluate your anatomy, skin quality, and fat distribution to determine whether this approach will provide your desired outcome.
How the Procedure Works
Fat Harvesting
Dr. Allison begins with liposuction, gently removing fat from one or more donor areas — most often the abdomen, waist, hips, or thighs. Small incisions are made in discreet locations, and a thin cannula is used to remove fat while sculpting the donor area for a smoother contour.
Fat Purification
The harvested fat is processed to remove fluids, oils, and damaged cells, leaving behind purified, healthy fat cells for transfer. This step ensures safety and maximizes the longevity of the results.
Fat Injection
Using small, precise injections, Dr. Allison strategically places the purified fat into various layers of the buttocks. The goal is not only to increase volume, but also to shape the area for a lifted, naturally contoured appearance. Fat is placed in small amounts across multiple planes to promote healthy integration and smooth results.
Once complete, the small incisions are closed, and patients are fitted with a compression garment to minimize swelling and support new contours.
Recovery and Results
After surgery, mild swelling, bruising, and soreness in both the donor and injection sites are normal. Most patients return home the same day and can resume light activity after several days, although sitting directly on the buttocks must be avoided for about two weeks to protect the transferred fat.
Dr. Allison provides detailed after-care instructions, including how to position yourself while resting or sleeping to reduce pressure on the area. Wearing a compression garment as directed helps control swelling and supports the healing process in the liposuction sites.
Most patients return to desk or non-strenuous work in about 7–10 days, depending on job demands. Exercise and strenuous activities can typically resume after six to eight weeks, once cleared by Dr. Allison.
Initial results are visible after swelling subsides, but final contours develop gradually over several months as the transferred fat stabilizes. Because not all fat cells survive the transfer process, Dr. Allison accounts for this during surgery to achieve long-term balance and proportion. Once fully healed, patients enjoy a naturally fuller, lifted shape that enhances confidence and clothing fit.
“Our family had seen Dr Allison many years ago and we loved him. After having another (local) surgeon perform a couple of procedures on my husband and son we realized that Dr Allison is far and above his peers!”
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Potential Risks and Considerations
As with any surgical procedure, a Brazilian Butt Lift carries potential risks. These may include bleeding, infection, contour irregularities, fat absorption, or asymmetry. The most serious complication — fat embolism — is extremely rare when the procedure is performed by a qualified, experienced surgeon using proper safety protocols.
Dr. Allison follows established safety protocols and employs precise fat-transfer techniques designed to minimize risks and promote natural, reliable outcomes. He reviews all potential risks during consultation to ensure patients make informed, confident decisions about their care.
Maintaining Results
Results from a Brazilian Butt Lift can last for many years. Because the transferred fat behaves like natural fat, maintaining a stable weight is key to preserving your results. Significant weight gain or loss can alter the outcome. Dr. Allison advises patients to follow a healthy diet, stay active, and avoid prolonged sitting during the early recovery period to optimize fat retention and contour stability.
A small percentage of fat cells may be reabsorbed by the body in the first few months after surgery. This is normal, and the remaining fat that successfully establishes a blood supply becomes a lasting part of your figure.
Scheduling Your Consultation
Your consultation is an opportunity to discuss your goals, review your medical history, and determine whether a Brazilian Butt Lift is the right choice for you. Dr. Allison performs a thorough assessment of your body type, fat distribution, and skin elasticity to create a customized treatment plan. He also explains the procedure, recovery timeline, and what to expect in terms of final results.
Appointments are available at our locations in Princeton, Voorhees, Yardley, and Philadelphia for your convenience. During your visit, Dr. Allison and his team provide comprehensive information so you feel confident and informed every step of the way.
Why Choose Dr. David W. Allison
Dr. David W. Allison, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for his refined surgical technique, attention to proportion, and commitment to achieving natural-looking enhancement. With offices in Princeton, Voorhees, Yardley, and Philadelphia, he provides patients throughout central and southern New Jersey and the surrounding region with safe, individualized cosmetic care in a supportive, private setting.
Dr. Allison’s approach emphasizes patient education, safety, and artistry. He works closely with each patient to understand their goals and ensure that every outcome enhances their overall figure and confidence—never appearing exaggerated or unnatural.
Take the Next Step Toward a Curvier, Confident You
Dr. David W. Allison and his team proudly serve patients in Princeton, Voorhees, Yardley, and Philadelphia, providing expert, compassionate care for those seeking natural, balanced enhancement through Brazilian Butt Lift surgery. If you’re ready to achieve smoother, fuller contours and a more proportionate figure, schedule your private consultation today.
Frequently Asked Questions about Brazilian Butt Lift Surgery
How is a BBL different from buttock implants?
A BBL uses your own fat for augmentation, while implants involve synthetic devices placed within the tissue. Fat transfer provides a softer, more natural look and feel with no risk of implant complications.
How long do Brazilian Butt Lift results last?
Results are long-lasting when weight remains stable. The transferred fat behaves like normal fat — it grows or shrinks with weight fluctuations — but does not disappear.
Is a Brazilian Butt Lift safe?
Yes, when performed by a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon using proper techniques in an accredited surgical facility. Dr. Allison follows strict safety protocols to minimize risks and ensure predictable outcomes.
When can I sit after a BBL?
Patients should avoid direct pressure on the buttocks for about two weeks. Special cushions or modified sitting positions can help reduce pressure while the fat cells establish a blood supply.
Can a BBL be combined with other procedures?
Yes. Many patients combine their BBL with liposuction of additional areas or tummy tuck surgery for more comprehensive body contouring. Dr. Allison will determine safe and effective combination options during your consultation.
Will I need more than one procedure?
Most patients achieve their desired result after one session. In rare cases, a touch-up may be performed months later to refine symmetry or volume if additional enhancement is desired.
How much fat survives the transfer?
A portion of the transferred fat is naturally reabsorbed in the first few months.Dr. Allison accounts for natural reabsorption when planning the procedure to achieve the desired final shape.
What should I avoid after surgery?
Avoid sitting or lying on your back for prolonged periods, smoking, and intense activity until cleared by Dr. Allison. Following post-operative instructions helps ensure smooth healing and optimal results.