Brazilian Butt Lift in
Scottsdale, AZ

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Brazilian butt lift in Scottsdale, Phoenix & Paradise Valley, performed by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Gruszynski.

Brazilian butt lift in Scottsdale, Phoenix & Paradise Valley, performed by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Gruszynski.

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Do You Want More Shape in Your Glutes?

Some people feel that their glutes are too flat or lack projection, even after exercise and weight training.

Weight loss, pregnancy, or aging can also change the way fat is distributed and leave the backside looking smaller or less defined.

If you’ve ever wished for more curves, a smaller waist, or better balance between your hips and thighs, a Brazilian butt lift (BBL) may be the solution.

This procedure uses your own fat, taken from areas where you do not want it, to enhance your backside and create a more sculpted figure.

Our Scottsdale Brazilian butt lift experts will help you decide whether this procedure is the right choice for you.

What to Know About a Brazilian Butt Lift in Scottsdale

A Brazilian butt lift is a two-part plastic surgery procedure that uses liposuction and fat transfer to enhance your curves.

First, fat is removed from places like the waist, stomach, thighs, or back using liposuction. Then, the fat is cleaned and carefully injected into your glutes to add volume and contour.

Since the procedure uses your own fat instead of implants, the result looks and feels like part of your body.

A BBL enhances your curves by adding volume, slimming the areas where fat is removed, and creating balanced, natural-looking proportions.

Curious about how a BBL can transform your shape? Start exploring your options today.

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Benefits of a Brazilian Butt Lift

A BBL can make a dramatic difference for patients in both appearance and confidence. Some of the key benefits include:

  • Adds Lasting Volume: The transferred fat becomes living tissue in its new location that creates a fuller shape without implants.
  • Contours Multiple Areas at Once: Liposuction removes fat from stubborn spots to achieve a leaner, more balanced figure.
  • Improves Body Balance: The combination of removing fat and adding it to the glutes gives the whole body a better proportion.
  • Uses your Own Fat: There are no foreign materials involved, which means the result looks and feels natural.
  • Long-term Results: With a stable weight and healthy lifestyle, the transferred fat remains in place and keeps its shape for years.

Ideal Candidates
for a Brazilian Butt Lift

A Brazilian Butt Lift is trusted by patients across Phoenix who want to enhance their curves using their own natural fat. You may be a strong candidate if you have:

Flat or Small Glutes

You want more fullness, projection, or an overall rounder shape to improve the balance of your figure.

Donor Fat Available

You have enough fat in areas such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs that can be safely harvested with liposuction.

Interest in Contouring

You want to slim problem areas like the waist or hips while enhancing your backside for a more defined contour.

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Good Overall Health

You are in good physical condition, at a steady weight, and cleared for elective surgery and recovery.

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Realistic Expectations

You understand that results depend on fat survival and proper aftercare, and you are committed to following recovery guidelines.

When you meet these conditions, a BBL can enhance your body with a more sculpted, proportional shape that looks naturally suited to your frame.

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Mark in our Scottsdale practice to discuss your goals.

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Brazilian Butt Lift Consultation At Our Scottsdale Office


Dr. Mark begins your consultation by discussing your aesthetic goals and examining your current body proportions.

He evaluates potential donor sites for liposuction and assesses your buttock anatomy to determine optimal injection points.

The consultation includes a thorough review of the procedure steps, recovery timeline, and potential risks. He explains how much enhancement is realistic based on your available donor fat and body type.

You’ll receive detailed pre-operative instructions and have the opportunity to ask questions about the surgery and recovery process. We make sure you feel fully informed and comfortable with your decision before moving forward.

How to Prepare for Your Brazilian Butt Lift

Good preparation helps lower the risk of problems and supports a smooth recovery. Important steps include:

Keep Donor Areas Clean

Wash the waist, abdomen, and thighs daily in the weeks before surgery to keep skin healthy and ready.

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Prepare Garments and Pillow

Try on your compression garment before surgery and have a BBL pillow ready to protect fat grafts while sitting.

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Eat Balanced Meals

Focus on protein-rich foods, vegetables, and hydration to strengthen your body and support recovery after surgery.

Avoid Skin Irritation

Skip tanning, waxing, and harsh products on liposuction areas. Calm, intact skin helps lower complications.

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Stop Nicotine Use

Quit smoking and vaping at least four weeks before and after surgery to support blood flow and improve fat survival.

Set Up Recovery Space

Arrange a resting area where you can lie on your stomach or sides comfortably with essentials within reach.

Taking these steps helps create a smoother recovery and better results.

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The Two Main Parts of a BBL

The Brazilian butt lift procedure has two main components:

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Liposuction

The procedure begins with liposuction surgery, where Dr. Mark makes small incisions in targeted areas and removes fat using a thin tube called a cannula. This process contours the waist, abdomen, or thighs while collecting fat for transfer. The harvested fat is then purified in a sterile system to remove excess fluid and prepare it for precise injection.

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Fat Transfer

Dr. Mark carefully injects the purified fat into your glutes. He places small amounts of fat in different layers to create even volume and improve the chances of long-term survival1. The goal is to achieve a rounder shape that looks proportional to your body.

What are the Steps of a Brazilian Butt Lift?

A Brazilian butt lift is a popular outpatient procedure among patients across the Phoenix metro area who want more refined, natural-looking results.The surgery usually lasts between 2 and 4 hours, depending on the number of areas treated with liposuction and the amount of fat transferred. Here’s what to expect step by step:

On the day of surgery, you will be given general anesthesia so you stay completely comfortable and pain-free throughout the procedure. A board-certified anesthesiologist will monitor you the entire time, carefully watching your heart rate, breathing, and comfort level. 

Before surgery begins, Dr. Mark makes careful markings to guide the liposuction and fat transfer. The areas of fat removal and the glutes are cleaned and prepared in a sterile environment.

Small incisions are made in hidden spots near the areas being treated. Dr. Mark uses a thin tube called a cannula to gently remove fat from the waist, abdomen, flanks, thighs, or back. Liposuction is performed evenly and precisely so the treated areas look sculpted and balanced once healed. This step not only gathers the fat for transfer but also helps create a smaller waist and better curves around the hips.

The collected fat is processed in a sterile, closed system to remove fluids, blood, and damaged fat cells. Only the healthiest, most viable fat is saved for injection. This step is crucial since purified fat has a higher survival rate once it is transferred to its new location.

After preparation, the purified fat is carefully injected into the glutes using small cannulas. Dr. Mark places tiny amounts of fat in multiple layers and directions to create even volume and a natural appearance. He continuously checks both sides for symmetry, adjusting as needed to match the plan discussed during your consultation. The goal is to build shape gradually for a safe and attractive result.

Once all the fat has been transferred, the liposuction incisions are closed with sutures. Since these openings are very small, scars are minimal and typically fade to barely noticeable marks over time2. A compression garment is placed over the treated areas to reduce swelling, support the new contours, and help the skin conform to its new shape. You will also be positioned in a way that avoids pressure on the newly transferred fat so that it can heal and settle properly.

Brazilian Butt Lift Recovery Timeline

Recovery after a Brazilian butt lift happens in stages, and knowing what to expect can help you feel prepared and confident as you heal.

Day 1-3

During the first days after your surgery, you will feel sore, tight, and swollen in both the liposuction areas and the glutes. You will wear compression garments right away to help control swelling.

Week 1

At the one-week mark, soreness is usually more manageable, and swelling begins to go down. Stitches remain in place at the liposuction sites. You should still avoid sitting directly on your glutes.

Week 2

Around two weeks, bruising and swelling continue to improve. Many patients are able to return to desk work using a special pillow that keeps pressure off the transferred fat.

Weeks 3–4

Swelling has gone down significantly, and your new shape is easier to see at the one month mark. Tenderness becomes mild, and the areas treated with liposuction feel softer.

Weeks 6

After six weeks, the transferred fat will stabilize, and most of the swelling is gone. You are usually cleared to sit normally and return to more vigorous exercise.

Months 3-12

By the third month, the final results are typically seen. The swelling is gone, the waist and hips are fully contoured, and the fat that has survived is now a permanent part of your body.

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Dr. Mark’s Recovery Tips

  • Wear your compression garments as instructed
  • Avoid sitting directly on your glutes until cleared
  • Sleep on your stomach or sides during early recovery
  • Eat a high-protein diet to support fat survival
  • Take short walks daily to promote healing

Why Choose
Dr. Mark Gruszynski

Dr. Mark is a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Scottsdale with extensive experience in body sculpting, liposuction, and fat transfer procedures.

He completed advanced training at UCLA with a focus on body sculpting techniques that combine function and aesthetics.

He is known for his careful approach to safety, using advanced techniques to reduce risks and improve fat survival rates.

His goal is to help patients achieve results that look proportional and natural while keeping comfort, recovery, and long-term health in mind.

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Frequently Asked
Questions About Brazilian Butt Lift

The fat that survives after transfer becomes permanent. Maintaining a stable weight and healthy lifestyle helps preserve your new shape for years.

When performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon using proper techniques, a BBL is considered safe. Dr. Mark follows strict safety protocols, including placing fat only in safe layers above the muscle.

Most patients avoid sitting on their buttocks for about two to three weeks. After that, a special pillow is used until cleared to sit normally, usually around six weeks. You will be instructed by our team about your recovery timeline.

You need enough fat for liposuction to collect a usable amount for transfer. If you are very lean, Dr. Mark will discuss other options or alternative donor sites.

Yes, some fat is naturally reabsorbed in the first few weeks. Dr. Mark accounts for this by placing slightly more fat than needed so the final result matches your goals.

Liposuction incisions are very small and usually fade to tiny marks that are difficult to see. With proper care, they continue to lighten over several months.

Since your own fat is used, the result looks and feels like part of your body. The transferred fat moves naturally when you sit or exercise, so you will see natural results that fit your frame.

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References

  1. Radhakrishnan, R. (n.d.). How long does a Brazilian butt lift (BBL) last? MedicineNet. https://www.medicinenet.com/how_long_does_a_brazilian_butt_lift_last/article.htm
  2. The Aesthetic Society. (n.d.). Butt lift – Incisions and scars. https://www.theaestheticsociety.org/procedures/body/butt-lift/incisions-and-scars