Local authorities in Edinburgh have raised concerns over the safety of Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) procedures reportedly being conducted in the area this weekend. Individuals were alerted through responses to social media posts that the facelift work might be underway at undisclosed locations.
While the use of hyaluronic acid filler in such procedures is not illegal, authorities caution that improper administration could have fatal consequences. The council has reached out to other local authorities regarding the matter.
Councillor Neil Ross, convener of the council’s regulatory committee, urged those scheduled for the procedure to urgently contact the council, emphasizing the potential risks to public health.
Brazilian Butt Lifts, aimed at enhancing buttock size, shape, or lift, involve the insertion of silicone-filled implants or fat transfer from other body parts. Liquid or non-surgical BBLs, a more affordable option, utilize hyaluronic acid injections to manipulate the area’s size and shape.
Despite its popularity, BBLs carry significant risks, with the NHS citing the procedure as having the highest death rate among cosmetic surgeries. Experts caution that injected fat can lead to pulmonary embolisms, potentially resulting in fatal complications.
The dangers associated with BBLs prompted the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) to issue new guidelines in 2022. Surgeons are now recommended to perform superficial gluteal lipofilling (SGL) instead, injecting fat only below the skin rather than deep into the muscles. Additionally, ultrasound scans are advised to ensure precise cannula placement during SGL procedures.
