BBL in Tampa, FL

Discover our Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) services in Tampa, designed to enhance your natural curves using advanced fat transfer techniques. Led by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Marc Salzman, our approach prioritizes safety, artistry, and long-lasting, sculpted results.

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Enhance Your Curves Naturally

There’s no denying it—BBL has become one of the most sought-after body contouring procedures in the country. And it’s easy to see why. For years, the focus was on facial rejuvenation or upper body enhancements. Now, attention is finally shifting to the lower body, offering patients the opportunity to achieve balanced, full-body proportions. If you’re considering a Brazilian Butt Lift in Tampa, this guide will help you explore what to expect and whether this transformative procedure is right for you.

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What is a Brazilian Butt Lift?

A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a fat transfer procedure designed to reshape and volumize the buttocks using your body’s own fat. Unlike butt implants, which use synthetic materials, a BBL relies on natural fat harvested through liposuction—typically from areas like the abdomen, flanks, thighs, or back. After it’s carefully purified, the fat is strategically reinjected into the buttocks to create a more lifted, fuller, and shapely appearance.

The result? A contoured body with more natural curves—and a more confident you.

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Who is a Good Candidate for a BBL?

A Brazilian Butt Lift isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s also about health and readiness. Ideal candidates should meet a few key criteria before considering surgery:

Be in overall good physical health
Have adequate body fat available for harvesting
Maintain realistic goals and expectations
Be non-smokers or willing to stop prior to surgery

BBL is well-suited for patients looking for natural-looking enhancement without implants. Whether you want subtle curves or dramatic volume, your procedure can be customized to fit your goals.

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BBL Procedure Overview

Brazilian Butt Lift surgery is a multi-step process that requires advanced surgical precision. It starts with gentle liposuction, where Dr. Salzman removes fat from targeted donor areas. This step alone helps sculpt and slim the body. The harvested fat is then filtered and processed to isolate only the healthiest, most viable fat cells.

Next comes the transfer stage. The purified fat is meticulously injected into different areas of the buttocks using specialized techniques that prioritize safety, symmetry, and long-term retention. Dr. Salzman uses ultrasound-guided fat placement—a modern, high-safety approach that ensures accurate, smooth, and natural-looking results.

Benefits of a BBL in Tampa

Choosing a BBL means choosing a procedure that offers both enhancement and refinement. Key advantages include:

Natural-looking results using your own body fat
Slimming effect in areas where fat is harvested
Low risk of rejection or complications from foreign materials
Minimal scarring with tiny, well-hidden incisions
Dual contouring: reduce volume in one area while enhancing another

Perhaps the biggest benefit of all is the confidence boost that comes from looking in the mirror and loving what you see.

Recovery After Brazilian Butt Lift

Following your BBL, you’ll begin to notice new curves almost immediately—but healing takes time. Expect initial swelling, soreness, and some bruising. You’ll be instructed to avoid sitting or lying directly on your buttocks for the first couple of weeks to allow the transferred fat to settle and thrive.

Patients typically return to light activities within 10–14 days, with full recovery taking about two to three months. Results continue to improve over time as swelling fades and your new shape becomes more defined. Dr. Salzman and our Tampa team will guide you through every step of recovery with personalized instructions and follow-up care.

Understanding BBL Risks

While a Brazilian Butt Lift is considered a safe and effective procedure when performed by a qualified surgeon, it’s not without potential risks. These can include:

Temporary bruising or swelling
Uneven fat absorption
Infection or fluid buildup
Rare but serious complications like fat embolism

The good news? These risks are dramatically reduced when the procedure is performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Marc Salzman, who uses advanced techniques and prioritizes patient safety.

Why Choose Dr. Marc Salzman for BBL in Tampa?

Dr. Salzman brings decades of experience and a refined, artistic approach to every BBL procedure. He is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for his meticulous attention to detail and commitment to patient safety. His use of ultrasound-guided fat transfer is one of the most advanced safety innovations in fat grafting today. With over 30 years of surgical expertise and a role as Assistant Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Louisville, Dr. Salzman offers Tampa patients the highest standard of care—from consultation through recovery.

BBL Consultations in Tampa: In-Person and Virtual

Dr. Salzman offers in-person consultations at our Tampa office on a monthly basis, as well as virtual consultations via Zoom for your convenience. Whether you're ready to move forward or just gathering information, we invite you to schedule a personalized consultation to discuss your goals and options.

Take the Next Step Toward Your Ideal Shape

A Brazilian Butt Lift can be a life-changing procedure that enhances both your body and your self-esteem. Whether you’re aiming for subtle reshaping or bold transformation, Dr. Salzman and the team at Holcomb - Kreithen Plastic Surgery & Med Spa are here to help you achieve your ideal results—with care, skill, and artistry.