How Much Does a BBL cost is one of the first topics patients want to discuss at their Brazilian butt lift (BBL) consultation at Trouvaille Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery with Dr. Ashley Steinberg. After all, if the surgery feels out of reach financially, many patients may decide not to move forward.
While we can’t disclose exactly how much your BBL will cost (because we simply can’t know until we meet with you), we can provide some guidance on the leading cost factors. Many patients find that their BBL is actually affordable for them once we break down each expense and provide information on possible financing options.
How Much Does it Cost to Get a BBL?
The cost of a Brazilian Butt Lift typically ranges from $7,000 to $8,000 or more, depending on the surgical approach and individual treatment plan. This estimate usually includes the surgeon’s fee only and does not account for anesthesia, operating room costs, or related expenses. The final price can vary and is best determined during a personalized consultation with your plastic surgeon.
1. Surgeon’s Fee
Plastic surgeons set their own fees. This fee will include all of the costs associated with performing your procedure, in addition to fractions of the costs associated with running their practice (utilities, employee salaries, equipment and supplies, etc.).
The scope of your surgery will also influence this expense. For example, if your particular goals dictate that you must undergo liposuction in multiple areas, this will drive the surgeon’s fee up vs an operation that only requires lipo in one area.
2. Fees Associated with Operating Room Facilities
The surgical facility where you undergo your operation will also charge for the use of their location, operating and recovery rooms, staff, equipment, technology, supplies, and general care.
3. Anesthesia Cost
Costs associated with anesthesia are usually affected by who your anesthesiologist is, what type of anesthesia you receive, and how long your operation is. Although BBL complications are rare, they are more likely with longer operations that require general anesthesia.
Even a slightly higher risk can result in a higher cost. BBL costs go up in general for longer, more involved procedures.
4. Cost of Additional Procedures
If you want other plastic surgery procedures performed at the same time as your Brazilian butt lift BBL surgery, this will naturally increase the cost of your surgery. Most patients don’t get other butt procedures at this time, but may be interested in additional liposuction, fillers, etc., which can sometimes be combined with your BBL.
5. Aftercare Expenses
Lastly, during your BBL recovery, you may need to pay for things like prescription medications, compression garments, massage, special recovery pillows, and more. In addition, remember that if you work, you’re going to have to take time off from your job to recover.
Some patients also incur additional costs because they sign up for meal services or get in-home care for a short time. These are optional choices, but they will indeed drive up the cost of your surgery overall.
What’s Included in the Cost of a BBL Procedure?
When patients ask about average bbl costs, it helps to understand what is included in the cost of a bbl beyond the visible results. During the initial consultation, your surgeon will explain how the brazilian butt lift procedure is planned, including liposuction to remove excess fat, processing fat tissue, and using fat grafting and fat transfer to enhance the shape using your own fat.
The total price often reflects surgical fees, anesthesia fees, and post-operative needs such as pain medication, compression garments, and a bbl pillow to help reduce swelling during recovery.
While some patients ask about butt implants or buttock implants as alternatives, a buttock augmentation procedure using fat is considered a more natural option and is often preferred by surgeons who regularly perform bbl procedures.
Depending on goals, a butt augmentation may also be combined with procedures like a buttock lift or lower body lift, even though the bbl procedure itself is considered a minimally invasive procedure compared to larger body contouring surgeries.
Reviewing before and after recovery tips and photos can help set realistic expectations for results and overall value.
How Much Does a Skinny BBL Cost?
Your “skinny” or “mini” buttock enhancement cost will not necessarily be lower than for a regular Brazilian butt lift surgery. This is because the same overall procedure will be being performed. You can expect the same cost factors for a mini Brazilian butt lift or a skinny Brazilian butt lift.
Will Health Insurance Plans Cover BBL Surgery?
No, this is unlikely. BBLs are aesthetic, or cosmetic, procedures. Insurance will not cover these associated costs.
FAQ: How Much Does a BBL Cost
How long does a BBL last?
This depends on multiple factors. First, it is important that an adequate amount of fat survives the fat transfer procedure. Next, it’s important that you maintain a healthy weight and the same overall body composition.
Drastic weight loss or gain may change the fat composition on your body. In general, results from a BBL procedure can last for many years.
How do I find a BBL surgeon?
Many plastic surgeons perform Brazilian butt lifts. However, you want to be sure to find one who is board certified and has experience performing these cosmetic procedures. Only board certified plastic surgeons should be considered as these professionals have the necessary skills and knowledge required for your safety and a great outcome.
Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ashley Steinberg performs Brazilian buttock augmentation at her Houston practice.
What are the main risks of BBL surgery?
Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery has a higher risk rate than many other plastic surgery procedures. The most serious risk occurs when fat is injected too deeply into the muscle, which can lead to dangerous fat embolisms if fat enters the bloodstream. Other risks include the use of dermal fillers or silicone instead of fat, fat necrosis when transferred fat does not receive enough blood supply, excessive fat reabsorption that may require additional procedures, and nerve damage caused by improper injection depth or placement.
Book a Consultation Today With Dr. Steinberg
Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ashley Steinberg is one of the leading surgeons in the Houston area providing Brazilian butt lift surgery for her patients. To start your BBL journey, we invite you to call our office today and schedule a consultation appointment with Dr. Steinberg.
While many plastic surgeons will rush patients through the consultation experience, Dr. Steinberg will take time talking with you about your ultimate goals, Brazilian butt lift cost factors, and more. Together, you can take a look at past patients’ Brazilian butt lift before and after photos to help you get a better idea of what you can achieve with this cosmetic surgery.
Call today to schedule your cosmetic surgery consultation appointment with Dr. Ashley Steinberg.
References
- https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/articles/brazilian-butt-lifts-getting-the-look-for-less-may-cost-you
- https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/buttock-enhancement/cost
