Brazilian Butt Lift in Newport Beach
Conveniently located to serve Newport Beach and the surrounding areas of Orange County, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, and Irvine
BBL Overview
Diet and exercise can tone the muscles underneath the buttocks, but they can't add volume or change the shape genetics gave you. For patients who want fuller, rounder curves or a more proportionate silhouette, that's a real limitation, and it's the most common reason patients bring up a Brazilian Butt Lift during a consultation.
A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) uses your own fat rather than an implant. Fat is removed by liposuction from areas like the abdomen, flanks, or back, processed, and then transferred into the buttocks to build volume and improve contour. The donor areas get slimmer at the same time the buttocks gain shape, which is part of why the procedure has become so popular.
Dr. Ali Roham performs BBL using a subcutaneous-only injection technique with ultrasound guidance, a protocol developed in response to well-documented safety data on gluteal fat grafting. His background in general surgery, combined with his board certification through the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery, gives him the anatomical precision this procedure demands.
Brazilian Butt Lift Before and After Photos
Dr. Roham's BBL results tend to combine circumferential liposuction with fat transfer, often called Lipo 360 with BBL, to create a contoured waistline alongside fuller, rounder buttocks. The goal is a balanced silhouette that looks like it belongs on your frame rather than an obviously augmented one.
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Why Choose Dr. Roham for Your BBL Surgery?
BBL has carried a reputation for risk, and that reputation is grounded in real data. Older techniques that placed fat into or beneath the gluteal muscle put patients near large blood vessels, which is how fat embolism became the leading cause of BBL-related deaths tracked by plastic surgery safety task forces. Dr. Roham addresses this directly by injecting fat exclusively into the subcutaneous layer, above the muscle.
That technical discipline is backed by a surgical foundation built well beyond cosmetic training. Dr. Roham completed a general surgery residency and a plastic surgery fellowship before establishing his Newport Beach practice, and that depth shows up in how he handles a procedure where precision matters as much as artistry.
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Our Patients Are Saying...
Daniela L.
My experience with Dr. Ali Roham has always been a positive one. I appreciate going to this office for the simple fact that they do not try to push treatments or procedures to help me look better. This has happened to me in the past at another establishment, and I was completely turned off and will never go back.
Athena
In a world where it can sometimes feel like healthcare is rushed, Dr. Ali Roham stands out as a beacon of compassion, honesty and professionalism. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking a dedicated physician who truly cares about their well-being.
Sogi A.
I have been a patient of Dr. Roham for many years and this review is well overdue.
It's very rare to come across a plastic surgeon who is so humble, down to earth and is always smiling. He listens and provides options but mostly he makes you feel comfortable and relaxed.
Jenna S.
Dr. Ali is amazing! I had breast augmentation 3 months ago and the pain was minimal to none. The results look and feel super natural. Minimal visible scarring. Dr. Ali's team has been super attentive to all of my concerns and questions, which made me feel at ease with the whole recovery process. Dr. Ali is the only surgeon I trust!
Darlene M.
Dr. Roham was recommended by a friend of mine who did her procedure with him. I truly must say his office is the best! I came in with my vision and he truly achieved it! His bedside manners are amazing! I had my liposuction 360, augmentation, and tummy tuck... What I loved most is Dr. Ali keeps your expectations realistic.
What is a Brazilian Butt Lift?
A Brazilian Butt Lift is a fat-transfer procedure, not an implant procedure. It starts with tumescent liposuction to harvest fat from one or more donor sites, typically the abdomen, flanks, lower back, or inner thighs, depending on where you have fat to spare and where Dr. Roham thinks contouring will help most. The harvested fat is then processed to separate healthy, viable fat cells from blood, fluid, and damaged tissue, since only intact cells have a real chance of surviving the transfer.
Once processed, the fat is reinjected into the buttocks in small, controlled amounts across multiple passes. This is where the subcutaneous-only technique matters most: Dr. Roham places every pass above the muscle, using ultrasound to confirm depth as he goes, rather than estimating by feel. Shaping happens on both ends of the procedure at once. Liposuction sculpts the waist and lower back to create definition, while the transferred fat builds projection and roundness in the buttocks, and the contrast between the two is a large part of what makes the results look proportionate.
Some patients ask about buttock implants as an alternative. Dr. Roham's practice focuses on fat-transfer BBL rather than implant-based augmentation, since it uses your own tissue and avoids introducing a foreign device. Patients without enough donor fat to support a meaningful transfer should discuss options with Dr. Roham directly during consultation.
Ideal Candidates for BBL Surgery
The best BBL outcomes happen in patients who meet a specific set of physical criteria:
Enough harvestable donor fat, generally in the range of 1,000 to 1,500 ccs or more across donor sites
Good skin elasticity at both the donor areas and the buttocks
Stable, healthy weight with no major fluctuations planned
Realistic expectations about achievable volume given your starting anatomy
Find out if you're a candidate for a BBL. Call (949) 269-7990 to book your consultation with Dr. Ali Roham in Newport Beach.
Benefits of a Brazilian Butt Lift
Adds natural volume and curve using your own fat, not a foreign implant
Slims and contours donor areas like the abdomen, flanks, or back at the same time
Creates a more proportionate silhouette between the waist and hips
Results that integrate into surrounding tissue and behave like natural fat
Can be combined with other body contouring procedures in a single surgery
Because the procedure reshapes both the donor sites and the buttocks, many patients find it delivers a more complete transformation than they expected going in, particularly when paired with circumferential liposuction.
Interested in learning more about the benefits of a Brazilian Butt Lift? Schedule your consultation to discuss your specific situation with Dr. Roham.
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Recovery after a BBL
Weeks 1-2:
No direct pressure on the buttocks: sleep on your stomach or side, use a raised toilet seat
Compression garments worn continuously over donor sites
Swelling and bruising at both donor sites and buttocks, often more pronounced than expected
Short, slow walks encouraged to support circulation
Weeks 3-6:
Pillow-assisted sitting begins once Dr. Roham clears you, using a BBL pillow to keep weight off the buttocks
Gradual return to desk work, typically once you're comfortable using a BBL pillow
Continued compression garment use
No high-impact exercise or direct glute work yet
Months 2-6:
Sitting restrictions fully lifted for most patients by six weeks
Swelling continues to resolve, and the true shape becomes clearer
Exercise, including glute-focused training, is cleared based on individual healing
Final results typically apparent by three to six months
Dr. Roham provides detailed post-operative instructions specific to your procedure, with follow-up appointments to track healing. For a more detailed week-by-week breakdown, see our BBL recovery guide.
Insurance Coverage for a BBL
Cosmetic BBL is an elective procedure and is not covered by health insurance. Patients are responsible for the full cost, including surgery, anesthesia, facility fees, and follow-up care.
Cost of Brazilian Butt Lift
BBL pricing depends on how many donor areas are treated, how much fat is transferred, and whether the procedure is combined with a tummy tuck or mommy makeover. As a general point of reference, comprehensive BBL procedures in California often range from roughly $12,000 to $20,000 or more when all fees are included, though this figure is for general education only and does not reflect Dr. Roham's specific pricing. Individual results and costs vary, and there are risks associated with any surgical procedure.
To make BBL more accessible, we offer financing options that break the cost of surgery into manageable monthly payments.
During your consultation, you'll receive a detailed estimate based on your specific treatment plan, including whether combination surgery makes sense for your goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Brazilian Butt Lift safe?
BBL carries real risks, and its safety depends heavily on technique. Subcutaneous-only fat placement combined with ultrasound guidance substantially reduces the risk of fat embolism, which was the primary driver of the procedure's historical mortality data.
How is a BBL different from butt implants?
A BBL transfers your own fat into the buttocks, while implants place a silicone device surgically. Fat transfer looks and feels like natural tissue since it is your tissue, though it requires enough donor fat to work.
How much fat do I need to qualify?
Most surgeons look for roughly 1,000 to 1,500 ccs of harvestable fat across donor sites. Very lean patients may have limited options, which Dr. Roham will assess during your evaluation.
How long do I have to avoid sitting?
Plan on strictly avoiding direct pressure for about two weeks, then transitioning to pillow-assisted sitting through roughly week six, when most patients are fully cleared.
How much of the transferred fat survives long-term?
Research generally reports 60 to 80 percent fat survival with proper technique and post-operative compliance. The fat that survives behaves like native tissue and is considered permanent.
Can I combine a BBL with a tummy tuck or mommy makeover?
Yes, this is common. Combining procedures means one recovery period instead of several, though Dr. Roham evaluates whether your case allows for safe combined surgical time.
Will my results look natural?
Because the buttocks are augmented with your own fat rather than an implant, results tend to look and move naturally. Proportion and shaping still depend heavily on surgical skill, which is why donor site sculpting matters as much as the transfer itself.