Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about Brazilian Butt Lift Surgery San Francisco.

Most patients resume light activities within one to two weeks, but avoid prolonged sitting and strenuous exercise for four to six weeks. Compression garments and specific positioning aid healing; full contour refinement appears gradually over several months with follow-up care.

Expect immediate shape improvement with gradual settling as swelling resolves. A portion of transferred fat is naturally reabsorbed; long-term retention commonly ranges from sixty to eighty percent. Dr. Javaheri sculpts waist and buttocks for balanced, natural-looking contours.

Candidacy depends on sufficient donor fat, good overall health, realistic goals, and non-smoking status. Ideal patients seek waist contouring plus buttock enhancement. Dr. Javaheri evaluates medical history, body proportions, and expectations during a personalized consultation to determine suitability.

As with any surgery, risks include infection, fat necrosis, asymmetry, contour irregularities, and anesthesia-related complications. Rare but serious risks like fat embolism are minimized with proper technique. Comprehensive preoperative assessment, experienced surgical technique, and postoperative care reduce complications.

Initial improvement is visible immediately, but swelling obscures final shape. Most patients see significant contour at three months, with final results settling between six and twelve months. Follow-up visits track healing and any necessary minor adjustments.

Incisions for liposuction and fat harvesting are small and strategically placed, typically producing minimal, low-profile scars. Scarring fades over time with proper wound care and sun protection. Dr. Javaheri discusses incision placement and scar management during your consultation.