Sergio Arango Cirujano Plástico Plastic Surgeon
Procedures

Buttock
Augmentation

Duration
1 – 2 hours
Anesthesia
General
Recovery
6 – 8 weeks
About the procedure

Buttock augmentation with fat transfer, also known as a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), is an aesthetic procedure that increases volume, improves shape, and adds firmness to this area using the patient’s own fat rather than implants.

Fat is first removed through liposuction from areas such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs, purified, and then carefully injected into the buttocks to create natural, proportionate curves while also refining the surrounding body contour.

Who is a good candidate

  • Wants to increase volume and improve the shape of the buttocks.
  • Has enough donor fat available in other areas of the body for the transfer.
  • Is in good general health with realistic expectations.
  • Understands the postoperative care and initial restrictions.
Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Where does the transferred fat come from?

It’s harvested through liposuction from donor areas such as the abdomen, waist, flanks, or thighs, which also helps refine your overall body contour.

How is the fat injected into the buttocks?

After being purified, the fat is carefully injected in multiple layers and planes to ensure an even distribution, a natural shape, and the best possible chance of survival for the transferred fat cells.

Does all of the transferred fat survive permanently?

Not all of it — a portion of the transferred fat is naturally reabsorbed by the body in the first few months, which is an expected part of the healing process. Your surgeon accounts for this when planning your results.

How long is the recovery?

Sitting directly on the buttocks is discouraged for the first 2 weeks to protect the fat graft, and intense exercise is restricted for about 6 weeks.

Consultation

The price depends on the specifics of your case and is confirmed during your consultation with Dr. Sergio Arango.

$60 USD
Dr. Sergio Arango Cuartas, plastic surgeon in Medellín

Why choose Dr. Sergio Arango?

With more than twenty years of experience and over 1,000 procedures performed, Dr. Sergio Arango Cuartas combines surgical expertise with a focus on safety and natural results. He holds degrees as a Physician and Surgeon and a Specialist in General Surgery from Instituto de Ciencias de la Salud CES in Medellín, as well as a Specialization in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery from the Instituto Jalisciense de Cirugía Reconstructiva Universidad de Guadalajara, Mexico.

Every procedure is performed in licensed operating rooms, supported by a full anesthesiology and nursing team, with personal follow-up throughout the entire postoperative period.

Sergio Arango Cirujano Plástico Plastic Surgeon

Procedures

Procedures we perform

Facial, breast and body surgery. Every case starts with a consultation in which we evaluate whether the procedure is right for you.

Face

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty

Reshaping the nose in harmony with the rest of the face, preserving breathing function.

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Eyelid Surgery

Eyelid Surgery

Rejuvenating the eyes by correcting excess skin and under-eye bags.

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Chin Implant

Chin Implant

Chin projection to permanently balance the facial profile.

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Otoplasty

Otoplasty

Correction of prominent ears for a more harmonious face, from age 8.

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Facelift

Facelift

Rejuvenates the face and neck with a natural result, without losing your own expression.

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Breast

Breast Augmentation

Breast Augmentation

Increasing breast volume with high-quality implants and natural proportions.

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Breast Lift

Breast Lift

Repositions and firms the breast to correct sagging and restore shape.

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Breast Reduction

Breast Reduction

Decreases breast volume and weight for greater comfort and proportion.

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Body

Liposuction

Liposuction

Body contouring that removes localized fat deposits.

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Tummy Tuck

Tummy Tuck

Removal of excess skin and muscle repair for a firm, flat abdomen.

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Buttock Implants

Buttock Augmentation

Adds volume and firmness to the buttocks using silicone implants.

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Biopolymer Removal

Biopolymer Removal

Surgical extraction of injected material causing discomfort or complications.

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