Mr Reza Nassab offers Brazilian butt lift (buttock fat grafting) surgery in Manchester city centre. Consultations take place at CLNQ, Deansgate Square, Manchester (with appointments also available in Knutsford), and surgery is performed at Deansgate Hospital. Follow-up appointments are held locally, so patients from across Greater Manchester and the North West can have their care close to home.
The procedure in brief
A BBL uses liposuction to remove fat from areas such as the abdomen, flanks, lower back or thighs. The fat is processed and then carefully injected into the buttocks to add shape and projection. Following BAAPS safety guidance, fat is placed only in the subcutaneous layer, above the gluteal muscle and never into it. The aim is a balanced, natural-looking contour of the waist, hips and buttocks. It is not a weight-loss operation, and results depend on how much of the transferred fat survives.
Your consultation in Manchester
Your first appointment is with Mr Nassab at CLNQ, Deansgate Square. He will ask about your goals, medical history, weight stability and previous surgery, and will examine both the donor areas and the buttocks. You will have the opportunity to discuss realistic outcomes, the risks, the recovery and how the operation fits around work and family. You will then receive a written quote. There is no pressure to book, and a second consultation before committing is encouraged.
Surgery day at Deansgate Hospital
BBL is performed under general anaesthetic at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester city centre. You will meet the anaesthetist and nursing team before surgery, and Mr Nassab will mark the areas to be treated. Most patients stay overnight. Before discharge, your compression garment is fitted and you are given written aftercare instructions and contact details for the team. You will need someone to drive you home and ideally stay with you for the first day or two.
Recovery and aftercare in Manchester
Follow-up appointments take place in Manchester, which makes it straightforward to be seen if you have any concerns. Typical recovery includes:
- Weeks 1 to 2: swelling, bruising and soreness in the liposuction areas; avoiding sitting directly on the buttocks and sleeping on your front or side.
- Weeks 2 to 6: continued wear of the compression garment, gradual return to desk work, and gentle walking to help circulation.
- Months 3 to 6: swelling settles and the final shape becomes clearer as the surviving fat establishes a blood supply.
Travelling from Greater Manchester and the North West
Patients come from across Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside, Yorkshire and beyond. Having surgery relatively close to home means shorter journeys after the operation, when sitting for long periods is uncomfortable and prolonged immobility raises the risk of blood clots. If you are travelling further, it may be worth planning to rest nearby for the first night after discharge.
Safety and warning signs
Contact the surgical team the same day if you develop a fever, spreading redness or discharge from any incision. Sudden one-sided leg swelling or calf pain needs same-day assessment by your GP or NHS 111. Chest pain, breathlessness or feeling faint needs a 999 call. BBL carries a rare but serious risk of fat entering the blood vessels, and these warning signs should never be ignored.
Is a BBL right for you?
Suitable candidates are healthy adults aged 18 and over who are at a stable weight, have enough spare fat in areas such as the tummy, flanks or thighs, and have reasonably firm skin over the buttocks. Smoking and nicotine products need to be stopped well before and after surgery, because they reduce blood flow to the grafted fat. Very slim patients may be better suited to a skinny BBL, while people whose main concern is loose skin after weight loss may need a different approach. Mr Nassab will talk through all of this openly at your Manchester consultation, including when a BBL is not the right choice.
Cost and booking
Buttock fat grafting (BBL) with Mr Nassab costs from £12,500 and the £150 consultation fee is separate. See our BBL cost guide for what is included, or visit contact us to book a consultation in Manchester. Cosmetic surgery is for adults aged 18 and over.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is BBL surgery performed in Manchester?
Mr Nassab performs BBL surgery at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester city centre.
Where are consultations held?
Consultations are held at CLNQ, Deansgate Square, Manchester, with appointments also available at CLNQ in Knutsford.
Are follow-up appointments in Manchester?
Yes. Post-operative follow-up is arranged locally so you can be seen easily during recovery.
How long is the stay in hospital?
Most patients stay one night at Deansgate Hospital, depending on the extent of surgery and how comfortable they feel.
Can patients from outside Manchester be treated?
Yes. Patients travel from across the North West and further afield, and aftercare is planned around the journey.
How soon can you return to work in Manchester after a BBL?
Many people return to desk-based work after around two weeks, with longer needed for physical roles.
