Skinny BBL

Conveniently located to serve the areas of Beverly Hills and Greater Los Angeles

A skinny Brazilian Butt Lift, or Skinny BBL, is a surgical body-contouring procedure designed to enhance the shape and fullness of the buttocks. This procedure is a variation of the traditional BBL, uniquely designed to help thinner patients achieve a more shapely figure, improving both their curves and their confidence.

Dr. Michael Omidi is a double board-certified plastic surgeon based in Beverly Hills. He has over 15 years of experience, during which he has established a strong reputation for delivering consistent and stunning results. Dr. Omidi has received several recognitions and awards for his high level of patient care, and he was even featured on the E! reality television series Dr. 90210.

To explore your Skinny BBL possibilities, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Omidi online or call our office at (310) 281-0155.

About Skinny BBLs

Skinny BBLs are surgical procedures designed to enhance the shape and fullness of the buttocks. This procedure utilizes a process called autologous fat grafting, which means that your own fat is removed from other areas of the body, purified, and reinjected into the buttocks. (1) Because the fat used is taken from your own body, the risk of allergic reactions and complications is minimized. Additionally, the ultimate results look and feel much more natural, especially when compared to other gluteal augmentation procedures that use synthetic fillers or artificial implants. With Dr. Omidi’s expertise and experience, he can tailor each Skinny BBL procedure around your unique concerns and frame to help you achieve the definition you have always desired.

Benefits

Skinny BBLs offer several benefits, some of which include:

  • Elevated Silhouette: A Skinny BBL can help improve the fullness and shape of the buttocks, resulting in a tighter, more toned appearance and a more proportionate figure.
  • Minimal Recovery: Skinny BBLs are performed using liposuction techniques to minimize downtime, allowing you to return to your daily routine more quickly than other gluteal augmentation procedures.
  • Concealable Scars: Dr. Omidi places each incision in discreet areas to minimize any visible scarring post-procedure.
  • Personalized Treatment Options: Each procedure plan is tailored to your unique anatomy, concerns, and goals, ensuring results that align with your desired aesthetic.
  • Natural-Looking Results: Because Skinny BBLs utilize your own fat, the results of your procedure will look and feel more natural compared to implants or synthetic fillers.

Candidates

Suitable candidates for a Skinny BBL include patients who are naturally more slender and are interested in enhancing the fullness and sculpt of their buttocks. Anyone interested in undergoing a Skinny BBL should be in good general health and hold realistic expectations about what this procedure can achieve. Patients should be nonsmokers or at least willing to quit using nicotine before their procedure and throughout their recovery. Dr. Omidi will determine each patient’s candidacy for a Skinny BBL during their consultation.

Personal Consultation

Before undergoing a Skinny BBL, you will need to attend a personal consultation with Dr. Omidi to establish the details of your procedure. At this time, he will explain what a Skinny BBL is and what makes this procedure unique. He will ask several questions about your medical history, current medications, and treatment goals, then evaluate your buttocks and overall anatomy.

These details will each be used to determine your candidacy and craft your treatment plan. Dr. Omidi will recommend the best surgical techniques to help you achieve your goals and tailor certain aspects of your procedure accordingly. He will provide you with a set of pre-operative and post-operative instructions, as well as a comprehensive cost estimate for the procedure. Throughout this meeting, he will also answer any questions you may have about Skinny BBLs or about plastic surgery in general. By listening carefully, Dr. Omidi can create a personalized treatment plan for your unique anatomy.

To schedule this consultation and receive your personalized treatment plan, please submit our online contact form. If you have any questions or prefer to schedule over the phone, please call our Beverly Hills office at (310) 281-0155.

Preparation

Dr. Omidi will give you a set of pre-operative instructions to help you prepare for your Skinny BBL. These instructions may vary between patients depending on the details of their specific treatment plan, but following them closely will facilitate a safe and successful procedure.

To prepare, you will need to discontinue taking certain medications and supplements that contain blood-thinning properties. You will also need to avoid alcohol for several days before and after your procedure. If you smoke or use other forms of nicotine, you will need to quit several weeks in advance and throughout your recovery. We advise that you take sufficient time off from work and arrange transportation home.

Procedure

When you arrive for your procedure, we will first cleanse your skin and place you under general anesthesia. Once the treatment area has been properly prepared, Dr. Omidi will begin using liposuction techniques to remove fat from various regions of the body. He will place a small incision near the donor area and administer a tumescent fluid composed of epinephrine, saline, and a local anesthetic into the fat deposits. This solution minimizes bleeding, swells the fat cells, and further numbs the local area for easier removal. (2) A small, power-assisted cannula is then inserted into the incision, where it is used to emulsify the fat deposits and suction them out of the body. Many patients choose to take fat from areas such as the abdomen, flanks, thighs, and hips. A Skinny BBL typically takes fat from a few different areas to account for the patient’s leaner physique.

Dr. Omidi will sanitize, process, and purify the fat cells to ensure only the healthiest and most viable cells are used during the procedure. After this, Dr. Omidi will carefully sculpt your buttocks to your desired shape and fullness by reinjecting this fat. Once your desired sculpt is reached, he will place a compression garment around the buttocks and treatment areas and allow you to rest until you are cleared to be released.

Recovery

During your recovery, it is common to experience temporary swelling, bruising, or tenderness. These effects may be managed using pain medication prescribed by Dr. Omidi or with a cold compress. You will need to refrain from placing any pressure, lying down, or sitting on your buttocks for several weeks. You may be asked to attend follow-up appointments at our office as you heal. These meetings are designed to help Dr. Omidi ensure that you are progressing as planned and to determine whether you are ready to discontinue wearing the compression garment. We will also provide additional recovery instructions during your consultation.

If you have any questions or concerns during your recovery, Dr. Omidi and his team will be available to guide and support you through each step of the recovery process.

Results

After fully recovering, you will be able to enjoy the results of your Skinny BBL. You will be able to experience fuller, more shapely buttocks, as well as a more balanced and proportionate figure. The areas that received liposuction will also appear more slender, defined, and toned, improving your natural sculpt and contours. The results of your Skinny BBL are designed to last for several years, but they should be paired with healthy lifestyle habits, as fluctuations in weight can alter the effects over time.

Cost of Skinny BBLs in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles

The cost of your Skinny BBL can vary depending on the amount of fat transferred, whether or not any additional procedures are performed, and several other factors. After the details of your treatment plan are established, Dr. Omidi will provide a comprehensive cost estimate for your procedure. Our practice also offers financing plans through our partner, CareCredit. If you have any questions about financing, our patient coordinators are available to assist you.

To schedule a consultation and learn more about the cost of your customized procedure, please contact us online or call (310) 281-0155.

FAQ

What is the difference between a traditional BBL and a Skinny BBL?

A Skinny BBL is a variation of the traditional BBL for patients with less body fat.

How long will the results of my Skinny BBL last?

The results of your Skinny BBL can last for several years when paired with healthy lifestyle factors, such as regular exercise and a balanced diet.

What is recovery like for a Skinny BBL?

You can expect your recovery to span several weeks, although it may take several months for your body to heal fully and for the final results to become apparent.

Will there be any noticeable scarring after I recover from my Skinny BBL?

Dr. Omidi strategically places each incision in a discreet and inconspicuous location to minimize the appearance of scarring after the procedure. Most patients find that any scarring is easily concealable under clothing.

Can my Skinny BBL be combined with another cosmetic procedure?

Yes, your Skinny BBL may be combined with another procedure for more comprehensive results and to address concerns in other areas of the body. For more information and personalized recommendations, we recommend scheduling a personal consultation with Dr. Omidi.

References

  1. Shih L, Davis MJ, Winocour SJ. The Science of Fat Grafting. Seminars in Plastic Surgery. 2020;34(01):005-010. doi:https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0039-3402073
  2. Bartow MJ, Raggio BS. Liposuction. PubMed. Published 2022. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK563135/