Can You Reverse a BBL?

If you’re in the know (in the world of plastic surgery, at least), then you’re aware that a BBL is a Brazilian Butt Lift. It was a popular procedure during the reality TV reign of the Kardashians.

With a BBL, fat from one part of the body is harvested, treated, and then injected into the fatty layer of the buttocks. The result is a fuller, more lifted, and just plain perkier butt.

Yet, for patients who opted for an exaggerated BBL or who have gained weight, the size of the buttocks may be noticeably disproportionate to their bodies. It’s at this point they return to the plastic surgeon asking if they can reverse a BBL.

So Can You Reverse a BBL?

The short answer is yes. But there are many factors.

Since a BBL is performed by injecting fat, it would SEEM that simply removing that fat via liposuction would solve the problem. It’s not always that easy though.

For patients with excellent skin elasticity and who are seeking minor to moderate reduction, a board-certified plastic surgeon will likely utilize ultrasound-assisted liposuction to remove the excess fat while sculpting and reshaping the butt. This technique can also stimulate collagen production and improve skin tightening. At least to some extent.

This method isn’t going to work for everyone though. Patients with great elasticity who need a lot of fat removed are still going to be stuck with loose skin. The same goes for those who don’t have much skin elasticity to start with. In these cases, using just liposuction can leave loose skin that appears as a contour irregularity.

Considerations for BBL Reversal

There are three primary concerns your surgeon will address when assessing the proper BBL reversal procedure for you.

First, he or she will need to know how big your buttocks are relative to the rest of your body. If you’re like most BBL patients, you’re probably not looking to go back to your original appearance before getting the BBL. You want an enhanced look that’s not quite as dramatic. It’s the new era of the BBL.

Second, how much reduction do you desire? If you’re hoping to remove a significant amount of fat but you have poor skin elasticity, there’s a good chance the skin may not fully contract and conform to your desired contours. In this situation, a concomitant skin excision or butt lift procedure may be performed to lift the skin.

And third, how much elasticity does your skin have? Typically, the younger the patient, the better the skin elasticity. For them, careful liposuction can be done to deliver the shape and volume they desire without the after effects of loose skin. This is not the case for older individuals though.

The Challenges of Reversing a Brazilian Butt Lift

For patients seeking moderate to significant reduction with poor skin elasticity, the surgeon may take more of a restoration and reshaping approach. This will be the most effective way to reduce, lift, and reshape the buttocks without leaving extra skin.

This same approach is taken if the initial BBL was not performed correctly. In cases where the fat was injected above the muscle and there is good skin elasticity, a standard BBL with liposuction can be performed. On the other hand, if the BBL involved injecting fat into the gluteal muscle, the fat can not be safely removed. This will likely require a butt lift.

Your new surgeon will see this in your medical record and respond accordingly.

Is It Time to Reverse Your BBL?

If you’re no longer happy with the appearance of full buttocks, you’re not alone. This is why it’s possible to reverse a BBL.

So contact us to get those refined contours you’re seeking.

During your free consultation, we’ll sit down with you to discuss the best options available to you depending on all of the above factors we discussed. We look forward to hearing from you!