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BBL Regret Surges: Reality Bites After Cosmetic Surgery
29 Nov
Summary
- BBL procedures increased nearly 63% globally between 2020 and 2024.
- Patient regret often stems from unrealistic expectations fueled by social media.
- Significant fat reabsorption by the body limits achievable results post-surgery.
The Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), once a sought-after procedure to achieve celebrity-like physiques, is now the leading cause of patient regret in 2025. Between 2020 and 2024, buttock augmentations saw a global increase of nearly 63%, with over 644,770 BBLs performed this year alone. Despite its popularity, a growing number of patients express dissatisfaction, primarily because the final results do not align with their imagined outcomes.
Expert plastic surgeons attribute this dissatisfaction to unrealistic expectations, often distorted by misleading images and exaggerated examples on social media. Dr. Fuat Yüksel highlights that while procedures can be safe, the body's natural reabsorption of transferred fat limits the extent to which extreme results can be achieved. This leads to a disconnect between the desired look and the physically possible outcome, impacting patient satisfaction.
To manage these expectations, surgeons emphasize the importance of realistic consultations, transparently explaining the anatomical limitations and potential outcomes. Reversal procedures are also on the rise as patients seek to correct results that fall short of their online-fueled aspirations. Ensuring patients understand the procedure's limits and consulting with qualified surgeons are critical steps in preventing postoperative regret.
