The Brazilian Butt Lift is the ultimate sculpting methodology for the perfect butt. Dr. David Matlock has performed this procedure thousands of times over the past 22 years, and popularized it nationally as a co-star of the Dr. 90210 reality show. Contact us today to schedule your consultation to learn more!
The Brazilian Butt Lift is the ultimate sculpting methodology for the perfect butt. Dr. David Matlock has performed this procedure thousands of times over the past 22 years, and popularized it nationally as a co-star of the Dr. 90210 reality show. Contact us today to schedule your consultation to learn more!
On the show, Dr. Matlock featured patients having the Brazilian Butt Lift multiple times. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the buttock augmentation procedure experienced explosive growth in popularity since 2010. Undoubtedly, this is due to celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez promoting the concept, and the national and international exposure of the Brazilian Butt Lift procedure spearheaded by Dr. Matlock’s features on Dr. 90210.
What is a Brazilian Butt Lift?
Brazilian Butt Lift is the method of transferring fat from other parts of the body to help shape and augment the size of the buttocks, without resorting to implants.
Sagging buttocks may be due to loose muscles or fats, or purely genetic in origin. These situations are where a Brazilian Butt Lift can be perfectly applied.
Some people don’t experience sagging but only need to have their buttocks augmented to make them bigger and shapelier. This is similar to breast augmentation procedure, except for the need to use implants.
Today, the most popular way to do a buttock augmentation procedure is by using the patient's fat. Research shows that 94% of the fat harvested from the liposculpturing technique is alive and can be used to add volume to the desired body part.
A Brazilian Butt Lift is not just about injecting fat into the patient’s buttocks. Doctors first have to sculpt the most aesthetically pleasing buttocks by performing liposculpturing. This procedure is often done on the abdomen, waist, sacral area, as well as other areas such as the outer and inner thighs and back areas. The source of fat will depend on the patient’s body structure and how much fat is needed to proceed with the buttock augmentation procedure.
The most desired contour of the butt looks like a “C” or a bowl, top to bottom, side to side.
There are numerous techniques for harvesting and processing the fat before injection. Dr. Matlock’s particular technique involves the following steps: a sterile collection of the fat, straining of the fat to drain the tumescent fluid, washing of the fat with a double antibiotic solution, and concentrating the fat.
After these, special syringes with tubing are placed on the buttocks through a cannula. The cannula is positioned in the deep, middle, and superficial areas as needed to create aesthetically pleasing buttocks that resemble a bowl.
The entire Brazilian Butt Lift technique used by Dr. Matlock results in a 94% or better survival and retention rate of the fat. As a matter of fact, in 2006, due to Dr. Matlock’s high monthly surgical caseload, the UCLA Department of Plastic Surgery collaborated with him to use the extracted fat from his buttock augmentation procedure to perform viability experiments on fat stem cells. The results showed that 94% of the fat provided by Dr. Matlock’s liposuction cases, was alive. The surgeons were also able to drive the fat stem cells into the bone, cartilage, and muscle without any issue.
It should be noted that Dr. Matlock can perform liposculpturing in most areas of the body. This includes the abdomen, iliac crest, flank, sacral area, outer thighs, inner thighs, medial thighs, knees, interior/medial knee, anterior thighs, lateral thorax, mid thorax, posterior axilla, infra axilla, posterior arms, and lateral arms.
Dr. Matlock can perform the liposculpturing procedure necessary to obtain the fat for the Brazilian Butt Lift for most patients, even if they have a skinny body frame. Additionally, all of his liposculpturing techniques, such as Vaser Assisted, Vaser Hi Def, and Advanced Surgical Bodybuilding can be used in conjunction with the Brazilian Butt Lift.
Dr. Mendieta describes four classic frame shapes that provide a reference as to what is needed to be done to sculpt out the most aesthetically pleasing buttocks for enhancement. The four frame shapes are A-shaped buttocks, V-shaped buttocks, square buttocks, and round buttocks.
Let’s examine each of the four frame shapes mentioned to understand the things needed to shape gorgeous buttocks or augment one to make it more aesthetically pleasing. Dr. Matlock will describe each liposculpturing procedure performed to first correct the “deformity” of each particular frame.Dr. Matlock can perform the liposculpturing procedure necessary to obtain the fat for the Brazilian Butt Lift for most patients, even if they have a skinny body frame. Additionally, all of his liposculpturing techniques, such as Vaser Assisted, Vaser Hi Def, and Advanced Surgical Bodybuilding can be used in conjunction with the Brazilian Butt Lift.
Dr. Mendieta describes four classic frame shapes that provide a reference as to what is needed to be done to sculpt out the most aesthetically pleasing buttocks for enhancement. The four frame shapes are A-shaped buttocks, V-shaped buttocks, square buttocks, and round buttocks.
Let’s examine each of the four frame shapes mentioned to understand the things needed to shape gorgeous buttocks or augment one to make it more aesthetically pleasing. Dr. Matlock will describe each liposculpturing procedure performed to first correct the “deformity” of each particular frame.Dr. Matlock can perform the liposculpturing procedure necessary to obtain the fat for the Brazilian Butt Lift for most patients, even if they have a skinny body frame. Additionally, all of his liposculpturing techniques, such as Vaser Assisted, Vaser Hi Def, and Advanced Surgical Bodybuilding can be used in conjunction with the Brazilian Butt Lift.
Dr. Mendieta describes four classic frame shapes that provide a reference as to what is needed to be done to sculpt out the most aesthetically pleasing buttocks for enhancement. The four frame shapes are A-shaped buttocks, V-shaped buttocks, square buttocks, and round buttocks.
Let’s examine each of the four frame shapes mentioned to understand the things needed to shape gorgeous buttocks or augment one to make it more aesthetically pleasing. Dr. Matlock will describe each liposculpturing procedure performed to first correct the “deformity” of each particular frame.Dr. Matlock can perform the liposculpturing procedure necessary to obtain the fat for the Brazilian Butt Lift for most patients, even if they have a skinny body frame. Additionally, all of his liposculpturing techniques, such as Vaser Assisted, Vaser Hi Def, and Advanced Surgical Bodybuilding can be used in conjunction with the Brazilian Butt Lift.
Dr. Mendieta describes four classic frame shapes that provide a reference as to what is needed to be done to sculpt out the most aesthetically pleasing buttocks for enhancement. The four frame shapes are A-shaped buttocks, V-shaped buttocks, square buttocks, and round buttocks.
Let’s examine each of the four frame shapes mentioned to understand the things needed to shape gorgeous buttocks or augment one to make it more aesthetically pleasing. Dr. Matlock will describe each liposculpturing procedure performed to first correct the “deformity” of each particular frame.
● A-Shaped Buttocks: This is the most desired frame and one of the easiest to sculpt and bring into a beautiful form through a buttock augmentation procedure. Based on the figure, we would need to sculpture the iliac crest, flanks, sacral area, & lateral thighs.
● V-Shaped Buttocks: This is the hardest to correct and requires liposculpturing of the iliac crest, flanks, and the sacral area. Augmentation of the buttocks and the trochanteric depression are needed to obtain the classic C-shape for the buttocks.
Points to consider in shaping this kind of buttocks is the amount of fat that must be obtained to achieve the overall desired result. The retention of fat in the trochanteric area is tricky to execute due to constant walking motion. This area requires overfilling procedures to assist in fat retention. Even with a Brazilian Butt Lift procedure and augmentation, there may not be enough fat available to achieve the desired effect.
● Square Buttocks: To correct this frame shape, liposculpturing of the iliac crest, flank, sacral area, and possibly the lateral thighs will be needed. The Brazilian Butt Lift will focus on projection and the augmentation of the outer portion of the buttocks.
● Round Buttocks: The rounded buttocks will require liposculpturing of the iliac crest, flanks, and sacral area, combined with buttock augmentation procedures.
Another important consideration when discussing Brazilian Butt Lift is how receptive or expandable the buttocks are. Some people have what Dr. Matlock calls a “tight butt.”
For example, there is no suppleness to the buttocks when the skin of the buttocks is pulled. This tightness can affect the result of the Brazilian Butt Lift.
Some people complain that they can gain weight everywhere except in the butt. This situation also falls under the category of what a “tight butt” is.
Usually, these people have a lot of back and waist fat. These areas have to be treated appropriately because what we want is to lift the butt up and not have the fat continue up the back and make you look chubbier. If you have this condition, Dr. Matlock will point it out so you’ll have realistic expectations before the buttock augmentation procedure begins.
As you can see, creating the desired buttocks – the classic “C”, bowl shape – requires the precise combination of strategic and artistic considerations to achieve the desired result.
Corporate Butts™
Now, don’t get us wrong. Sir Mix-a-Lot has a point that many women out there like big butts, and there is nothing wrong with that. But what we see trending in our practice, is women shifting away from the excessive derrière to a subtle, rounded butt that we have coined “The Corporate Butt™”.
We see patients wanting their current “billboard butts” reduced to our Corporate Butts™. First-time customers of our buttock augmentation procedures are also asking for a subtle size and not the "big butts" Sir Mix-a-Lot spoke about. Rest assured, you are not alone in this trend and we hear you loud and clear.
Dr. Matlock was instrumental in popularizing the Brazilian Butt Lift on the hit reality TV show Dr. 90210 that ran from 2004-2010. It was a national program that was also syndicated in over 22 countries.
Dr. Matlock featured the buttock augmentation procedure many times on the show, as well as his other trademarked practices. Dr. Matlock took his Brazilian Butt Lift techniques very seriously that he traveled to Brazil over 17 times and eventually became fluent in Portuguese. Based on his firsthand knowledge, he perfected the art of Brazilian buttock augmentation by applying what he learned from the source, that is, the beautiful women of Brazil.
What makes the Brazilian woman different in terms of butts? Their butts are like a perfect bowl. The perfect butt should be like a bowl, top to bottom and side to side. As with all art, you don’t just focus on the primary subject matter, but the whole picture.
Dr. Matlock learned that the path to a perfect butt first comes with sculpturing out the most aesthetically pleasing butt. This requires trimming down the waist, especially the portion above the butt, because we want the butt to come up and end, not to continue up the back. Many times, this requires reducing the sacral area because someone with a nice butt doesn’t have a fatty sacral area.
With this in mind, we usually do liposculpturing on the abdomen, waist (love handles), bra, and sacral areas, as well as other desired body portions, to obtain the necessary fat needed to augment the butt. Our technique results in 95% live fat transferred. We inject it into the top, middle, and bottom buttock fat layers to obtain the desired result the patient wants. According to our patients, 85% to 95% of the transferred fat is retained.
First and foremost, you have to know what beautiful butts are before you can create one. You have to understand what the patient is trying to ask for. All butts are not the same and people requesting enhancement through a Brazilian Butt Lift must know what deficiencies their buttock has to get that bowl shape they so desire to achieve.
This is where Dr. Matlock comes in. He’s able to visualize the outcome and draw a canvas of what needs to be done. This assessment is extremely important to get right, especially when the patient has a limited amount of fat for the augmentation.
Let’s focus on the two most common butt types/deficiencies we see in our practice. Just keep in mind that we want the butt to look like a bowl (open side down on a table) from top to bottom and side to side.
1. The most common is a tear drop butt which lacks fullness in the top and middle of the buttocks.
2. The next is a butt that may be full along the “butt crack” (intergluteal cleft). But from this point and beyond, the desired continuous curve (bowl) falls off and tends to get flatter.
With our skills and knowledge, we selectively design the necessary augmentation and then place the fat accordingly to achieve the desired results. Our approach has been proven successful by the patients we’ve had from all 50 states and over 70 countries, and that includes some of the most famous people on Earth.
We know butts and butts are our business.
There is no doubt that women of the world are demanding Corporate Butts™. It is you that set the trend and we are front and center on delivering your needs.
What Does a Brazilian Butt Lift Involve?
To create an aesthetically beautiful butt that is shaped like a “C” or a bowl, top to bottom, side to side, one must completely comprehend how it can be achieved.
During the initial patient consultation, the doctor identifies the patient’s desires for the Brazilian Butt Lift and the possible areas for liposculpturing. The goals of the patient for undergoing the buttock augmentation procedure must be realistic and aligned with the doctor’s recommendations. There must be absolute clarity that the patient understands what can and cannot be done.
Dr. Matlock thoroughly examines the buttock structure, noting any deficiencies and receptiveness to expansion. The areas for liposculpturing necessary to enhance the patient’s results and creating that highly desired “A” frame shape are all thoroughly discussed during the consultation phase.
The essential areas to sculpt out the most aesthetically pleasing butt are discussed first. After this, the discussion centers on the number of areas that need to be treated to achieve the desired body shape, as well as the amount of fat required to perform the Brazilian Butt Lift.
The consultation process goes as follows:
The Brazilian Butt Lift is an outpatient surgical procedure. After the surgery, the patient will be allowed to rest in the recovery room for 1½ to 2 hours before going home. For out-of-state and international clients, patients can either elect to have nursing care in their hotel room or to stay at an aftercare center that specializes in treating postoperative patients.
Dr. Matlock’s office will help make all the accommodations. If a patient has a family member or a friend accompanying them, they can be released into their custody. In this case, the patient must remain in the person’s care for the first 24 hours.
Dr. Matlock’s state-of-the-art surgery center is located right next door. The surgery center measures 5000 ft.² and has three operating rooms, a six-bed recovery area, and three pre-op rooms.
With regard to anesthesia choices, patients can either have local, local with IV sedation, twilight, or general. Ninety-eight percent (98%) of patients request general anesthesia. This decision is between the patient and the anesthesiologists. The anesthesiologist will call the patient the day before the procedure to answer all questions concerning anesthesia care.
In the pre-op room, the patient will be prepped by the operating room RN and anesthesiologists. Dr. Matlock will then use a surgical marker on the skin to delineate exactly what is to be done during the Brazilian Butt Lift.
The patient is then transferred to the operating room for surgery. After anesthesia has been given, Dr. Matlock will inject a tumescent solution into the fat of the areas to be treated. The incisions to be made will be no longer than this line --. The tumescent solution minimizes bleeding, bruising, and swelling, and provides approximately 14 hours of post-op pain control.
Due to the benefits of the Vaser, Dr. Matlock uses it in the majority of his liposculpturing cases like Brazilian Butt Lift, Vaser-assisted, Vaser Hi Def, and Advanced Surgical Bodybuilding. The Vaser is gentle on the tissues and is fat selective. It also minimizes bleeding, bruising, and swelling.
The deep, middle, and superficial fats are treated with the Vaser. A cannula is then used to remove the emulsified material from the deep, middle, and superficial layers. The extracted fat using the Vaser is viable (alive) and is the excellent choice for the Brazilian Butt Lift.
Once the fat is collected, it is then processed and sterilized. The tumescent solution is removed and the fat is washed with a double antibiotic solution. The fat is then concentrated and placed in syringes that are connected to an injection cannula via a plastic tube. The deep, middle, and superficial fat of the buttocks are then augmented as planned to achieve the desired result.
Upon completion of the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), the patient will be placed in a surgical garment to support all treated areas. The garment should be worn for four weeks.
During the first two weeks of the Brazilian Butt Lift recovery, the garment should be worn around the clock. However, the garment may be removed for an hour in the morning and in the evening for bathing or showering.
In the last two weeks of the Brazilian Butt Lift recovery, the garment only needs to be worn during the day. The garment shouldn’t crease into the body and create a buildup of fluid above and below the crease. The garment should be smoothly laid over the body as this is essential for achieving the correct healing process.
During the first 48 hours after the buttock augmentation procedure, the patient may experience some blood-tinged fluid drainage in the incision sites. This comes from the remaining tumescent solutions in the fatty tissues. Putting down towels in the car and on the bed will be enough to soak up the drainage.
During the first day, patients usually do not complain about discomfort because of the anesthetic effects of the tumescent solution still present in the tissues. However, the buttocks will feel sore because this area is not injected with the tumescent solution.
On the second day, patients usually report sore and stiffness, as if they started a new exercise program. A narcotic prescription for pain control is usually prescribed to patients for this. Two weeks of antibiotics will also be prescribed as per protocol for all patients who have undergone BBL.
Patients will also be instructed to sleep on their side or stomach for the first two weeks. Patients are advised to take caution and not sit directly with their butt.
Lymphatic type massage can be initiated in two weeks. But remember that the buttocks are not to be massaged.
Patients are encouraged to move around starting on the first day, rather than just lie in bed the whole day. The more that patients are up and about, the better off they will be. Patients may return to work in one week or sooner, depending on their Brazilian Butt Lift recovery progress and work responsibilities. Exercise may also be resumed in two weeks.
The majority of the bruising and swelling will be gone in two weeks. You’ll see almost optimal results in six weeks and continued progress up to 3 to 4 months.
The first postoperative visit with Dr. Matlock will be in 4 days. The next follow-up visit will be in three weeks, followed by another visit in the next three weeks, for a total of six weeks.
During the final visit on the sixth week, a detailed analysis of the pre-op pictures and the six-week post-op Brazilian Butt Lift recovery process will be discussed with you by Dr. Matlock. This will help you both assess the overall results.
After the final visit, the patient will be released from care. Out-of-town and international patients may travel four days after the surgery.
Dr. Matlock’s office is available 24 hours a day via telephone, Skype, FaceTime, Botim, and WhatsApp.
Brazilian Butt Lift Results: Before and After Images
Who is a good candidate?
Dr. Matlock is interested in helping individuals who are interested in liposculpturing solutions for body contouring, even if they are not “ideal candidates.” As long as patients have goals that are reasonable and realistic, and they accept the things that can and cannot be accomplished with the current state of the art, they’re good candidates.
While most patients aren’t ideal candidates like those supermodels on the cover of GQ Magazine, Dr. Matlock has something to offer to almost everyone.
Dr. Matlock understands how hard it is to lose weight, especially to those with stubborn and resistant pockets of fat. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 39.8% of adults aged 20 and over are obese, while another 31.8% are considered overweight. A simple consultation can assist these people in exploring the possibilities.
According to Dr. Matlock, good candidates for liposculpturing include:
● Adults who are within 30% of their optimal body weight. They also need to have elastic, firm skin and good muscle tone.
● Healthy individuals who do not have any medical condition that may impair healing or for whom it may be contraindicated.
● Individuals with specific goals in mind, coupled with a positive outlook, for undergoing body contouring.
Non-smokers are preferred, although a cessation of 2 to 4 weeks prior to the surgery would suffice to reverse any adverse consequences of smoking.
What are the risks and side effects?
The Brazilian Butt Lift risks are very low, and complications seldom occur. The primary risk and complications are bleeding and infection, with their likelihood being less than 1%.
The following table record presents the data from the survey conducted regarding procedure complications.
Complication
Percent Rate
(1 complication in every __ procedures)
Skin slough
.0903%
1 per 1107
Ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty skin burns
0.0712%
1 per 1404
Deep vein thrombophlebitis
0.329%
1 per 3040
Pulmonary embolus
0.0266%
1 per 3759
Excessive blood loss
0.0149%
1 per 6711
Fluid overload
0.0138%
1 per 7246
Fat emboli
0.0053%
1 per 18.868
Cannula penetration of abdominal cavity
0.0021%
1 per 47,619
Lidocaine toxicity
0.0021%
1 per 47,619
Surgical shock
0.0011%
1 per 90,909
For a faster Brazilian Butt Lift recovery, follow the tips below:
1. First and foremost, please read all of the preoperative and postoperative instructions provided. Attend all of your scheduled appointments without a miss.
2. You will have a blood-tinged fluid leakage through the incision sites. This will go on for about two days. Patients who had surgery on their arms may leak for a couple more days.
Remember to put towels down in the car and on the bed to prevent soiling. On rare occasions, the scrotum and the penis of males can get swollen, especially if surgery was done on the abdomen. This is caused by the solution that was placed in the fat to minimize bleeding and bruising.
If this happens, don’t panic as it will naturally disappear in about 4 days. It isn’t painful but it can cause some discomfort when walking and sitting.
3. The surgical garment must be worn for four weeks. During the first two weeks, you have to wear it day and night. For the last two weeks, you’ll only have to wear it during the day.
During the first two weeks, you can take the garment off for an hour in the morning and in the evening. Just remember to prevent the garment from forming creases on the skin because this can cause fluid buildup above and below the crease and prolong the healing in the area.
Keep the garment smoothly flowing over your skin. If you prefer to use something like Spanx after 7 days, then this is fine as well as it may be more comfortable to wear.
4. Take all medications, especially the prescribed antibiotics.
5. Everyone heals at a different pace, but in general, you can return to work in 7 days after the Brazilian Butt Lift recovery. You’ll most likely be completely healed in 6 weeks and you can do any activity you want by then. After this initial recovery phase, your body will continue its healing process for about 3 to 4 more months from the date of surgery.
6. You can exercise according to what you can tolerate and get a massage within 10-12 days after the Brazilian Butt Lift. Massaging can be done by hand, by using a hand massager with a flat smooth head, or with the help of a masseuse. The prescribed duration is within 10 to 15 minutes a day only.
Whatever option you choose, do not massage the buttocks.
7. Everyone gets swollen and bruised to an extent. People who had surgery on their thighs may even see swelling on the lower legs. The majority of these, though, are gone in 2 weeks.
8. Everyone deals with pain differently. Some tolerate it well, while others do not.
Regardless of your pain tolerance, you will be provided with a narcotic pain medication that will be more than enough to alleviate the discomfort. The discomfort feels more like stiffness and soreness that’s similar to when you start a new exercise program or when you’re working with a new trainer.
9. As discussed during the consultation, the elasticity of your skin and the subcutaneous tissue will define the final result. The more elastic the skin and subcutaneous tissues are, the better they’ll pull, tighten, and drape over the body. Also, the ultimate result depends on how efficient your body heals.
10. DO NOT massage the buttocks or have LPG (etc.) on it. Take good care of your butt for the first two weeks because this is the time when the fats are revascularizing to live and survive.
Don’t sit directly on your butt. Instead, consider putting the weight on your thighs when sitting up. Sleeping on the sides or on the stomach is preferable. If you want to sleep on your back, put a pillow under the thighs to take the pressure off the buttocks.
11. You may shower two-three days after the Brazilian Butt Lift. You can remove all the bandages by this time. It is OK to wash and reuse the garment.
How Much Does a Brazilian Butt Lift Cost?
The cost for liposculpturing and the Brazilian Butt Lift is highly individualized. There is no one price that fits all situations.
Some of the variables that determine the Brazilian Butt Lift costs are the height, weight, number of areas to be liposuctioned, size of areas, and treatment areas. Some may have areas that are more difficult to treat like the front and back of the thighs through specialty procedures (Vaser Hi Def, Renuvion J-Plasma skin tightening) and Brazilian Butt Augmentation.
For the liposuction procedure, consider also the costs of the following actions:
● Anesthesia fees ● Surgical facility costs ● Medical tests ● Post-surgery garments ● Prescriptions for medication ● Surgeon's fee
Comprehensive evaluations and quotes can be obtained through office consultation. You can also go for virtual consultations via FaceTime and Skype. Digital consultation via email, WhatsApp, and Botim is also another option; You can also drop a message on Dr. Matlock’s Instagram account.
Get started here.
Your journey begins right now. Coming this far is the first step to achieving your cosmetic goals and aspirations. Dr. Matlock is standing by to begin the conversations that will change your life, build your confidence, and provide you the happiness that comes from looking and feeling your best. Fill out our secure request form below to learn more, or to schedule your consultation in-person, or via FaceTime or Skype with Dr. David Matlock. We look forward to understanding your vision further and making your dreams a reality.
Before & After Galleries
Dr. David Matlock is proud to have one of the largest Before & After Patient Galleries in all of Los Angeles, featuring hundreds of his satisfied patients from around the world. Click the link below to view all Patient Cases across all of the procedures we offer.
