Ultrasound Guided BBL

You may wish to have different body proportions than you have, some parts to be smaller and others bigger. It is possible to achieve these goals in several ways, from lifestyle changes to cosmetic procedures. When opting for the latter, it can be useful to learn about your options before taking any further steps.

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If your area of concern is the buttocks, this article can help you explore the basics of ultrasound guided BBL, one of the most preferred procedures for changing the shape and size of the buttocks due to its effectiveness and additional changes in the figure it offers. 

BBL vs Ultrasound Guided BBL

BBL (Brazilian butt lift) is an augmentation surgery aiming to tighten the saggy skin and amplify the size and shape of the buttocks by transferring fat from areas such as the tummy or back to the buttock area. Brazilian butt lift in Turkey can offer you more rounded buttocks with enhanced volume, as well as making the areas the fat is harvested slimmer and fit. 

Despite the popularity of BBL, the procedure has certain risks associated with it. These stem from malpractice due to where and how deep the fat is injected or how much fat can be injected or harvested safely. The most commonly encountered complication is fat embolism, blockages caused by fat particles entering the bloodstream. The risks are minimized by choosing to undergo the operation in the hands of experienced doctors using high-technology equipment.

The prevalent use of technology in cosmetic procedures has influenced BBL in many ways. Ultrasound helps surgeons follow the fat transfer process thoroughly with real-time imagery, ensuring the correct placement of the fat away from the gluteal muscle. As discussed in an article on NCBI (2023), Ultrasound guided BBL offers a safer surgery by adding one more cautionary step to it, decreasing the risk of complications and making it more convenient to target the area for fat transfer. 

The Procedure: How Is It Done?

The procedure for ultrasound buttock starts like BBL; the specialist will create small incisions to extract fat tissues from areas with excess fat such as the belly, lower back, or thighs. After the donation sites are determined, a cannula, a thin tube inserted into a body cavity, is used to suction fat tissues between the muscle and the skin. This process is called liposuction in Turkey, a widely used fat removal procedure in the ultrasound buttock.

The fat tissue extracted from predetermined areas is then purified and filtrated. In BBL with ultrasound, fat acts as a filler substance, harvested from donor areas. So unwanted fat tissue in one area can be useful to highlight another area, in this case, the buttocks. To begin the fat transfer process, namely lipofilling in Turkey, a wireless ultrasound machine is used, enabling live tracking to determine where to deposit the purified fat. This new technological approach makes it easier for the specialist to inject the fat into the correct layer of the skin, which is above the muscle. These attentively determined areas for fat deposit increase precision and minimizes the risk of complications, through injection into the right layer of soft tissue.  

Why Choose Ultrasound Guided BBL?

The involvement of technological tools like ultrasound has transformed the process of BBL. Praised by both medical experts and patients, ultrasound guided BBL can provide several benefits:   

• Many professional medical organizations, one of them being ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgeons), promote the use of ultrasound and argue that innovations like ultrasound will continue to join the cosmetic sector. 
• Ultrasound technology, by allowing a clear view, minimizes the risks of ramifications such as pulmonary fat embolism, caused by injecting the fat into the gluteal muscle.
• Increased safety with the use of ultrasound has led some states in the US to mandate ultrasound guidance for BBL surgeries, which indicates the significance of this innovation. 
• Improved performance of ultrasound BBL alleviates trauma to the surrounding tissues and contributes to the recovery process. 
• Also called fat grafting, fat transfer addresses different concerns of body appearance, mostly by using the excess fat in the belly or abdomen area, giving you defined curves and a slimmer look.
• Precise and accurate procedures improve satisfaction rates, increasing the number of happy patients with long-lasting results. 
• Recovery time is reduced compared to classic BBL since ultrasound guided BBL is less invasive and causes side effects such as swelling less often. 

Aftercare and Recovery Process

Taking care of your new appearance is as crucial as choosing the right specialist to get the most out of your ultrasound guided BBL. Not following the instructions you get may result in killing the injected fat cells. Here are some directions that can help with the recovery process of BBL with ultrasound:

• You may need to wear a compression garment to ease swelling and boost healing. 
• Although it can be hard to move around, it is important to walk as it promotes recovery. In addition, it can help with constipation possibly caused by painkillers. 
• Prescribed painkillers can ease your pain, yet you can get over-the-counter options if they are not enough.
• You need to avoid sitting on your buttocks to minimize the pressure on the area where surgery is done. You can only sit on a special pillow for the first 8 weeks. 
• You should sleep on your side or stomach to avoid contact between the buttocks and the bed. 

• It is good to have a break from weight lifting and sunbathing. 
• On week 2 or 3, you can start doing light exercises.
• You can go back to work on weeks 4-6, the time period when you can slowly return to your normal life. 
• Recovery time can fluctuate depending on age, physical health, and many other factors. However, you can have the smoothest recovery process by carefully following your specialist’s instructions. 

If you decide to get ultrasound BBL and also believe you can abide by these rules and create a routine for optimal recovery, the expert team at Vanity Cosmetic Surgery Hospital can help you. 

Resources

1. Clark, K. (2023, February 23). All in the wrist: Improving safety for the Brazilian butt lift. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/articles/all-in-the-wrist-improving-safety-for-the-brazilian-butt-lift

2. What Is a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)? (2023, July 20). 
https://www.webmd.com/beauty/what-is-a-brazilian-butt-lift

3. Are Brazilian Butt Lifts Safe? (2024, March 15). https://www.americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org/cosmetic-medicine/are-brazilian-butt-lifts-safe/