Lipo 360 and BBL are two complementary procedures that slim the waistline and add volume to the buttocks to balance body proportions. In this guide New City Clinic summarises how they are performed, the safety points surgeons follow and the recovery.
What are Lipo 360 and BBL?
Lipo 360 is circumferential liposuction of the abdomen, waist and back. BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift) is the transfer of that fat, once purified, into the buttocks; no silicone implant is used, only your own fat. Because liposuction is not a weight-loss method, the best results are seen in people close to their ideal weight who have enough fat to transfer.
How is it performed and kept safe?
Surgery is carried out under general anaesthesia and usually takes 3–4 hours. Fat is removed through fine cannulas using techniques such as VASER, purified and transferred to the buttocks. In line with current safety recommendations, fat is placed only in the tissue beneath the skin, never into the muscle, and your surgeon limits the volume transferred. Part of the transferred fat is absorbed in the first months, so the final volume becomes clear over time.
Lipo 360 and BBL: cost in Turkey and what is included
The price depends on the technique, the extent of the procedure, the hospital, the length of stay and any procedures planned together, which is why a single figure quoted without an examination or photo assessment is misleading. After a physician has reviewed your case, New City Clinic sends you an itemised written quote. It lists hospital, surgeon and anaesthesia fees, pre-operative tests, medication, any compression garment or support bra, accommodation, airport–hotel–hospital transfers and interpreting separately; flights are not included unless stated. When comparing clinics in Istanbul, look beyond the price: check that the hospital is licensed by the Ministry of Health, what the surgeon specialises in, and how follow-up is handled once you are back home.
Lipo 360 and BBL with New City Clinic
New City Clinic is an authorised health tourism intermediary registered with the Turkish Ministry of Health and HealthTürkiye. When you contact New City Clinic about Lipo 360 and BBL, a physician first reviews your photos and medical information, and you then receive a written treatment plan with an itemised quote. Once you arrive in Istanbul, the New City Clinic team organises your airport welcome, accommodation, hospital appointments and interpreting. Your procedure is performed by a specialist physician at a Ministry of Health approved partner hospital, and follow-up continues after you return home.
Recovery timeline
First day
One night in hospital; a compression garment is fitted.
First 2–3 weeks
Avoid sitting directly on the buttocks or lying on your back; a BBL cushion is used.
Weeks 4–6
The garment is still worn; light exercise starts with your physician’s approval.
Months 3–6
Swelling settles, the lasting fat volume becomes clear and the final result is visible.
Accommodation and transfers
On request, New City Clinic organises your airport–hotel–hospital transfers and your stay at partner hotels close to the hospital. The same can be arranged for a companion; details are set out in writing in your quote.
Aftercare
Medication and check-ups
Take the medication your physician prescribes as directed and attend your planned check-ups.
Smoking and alcohol
Both slow healing; avoid them before and after the procedure for the period your physician advises.
Movement and rest
Short walks support circulation; wait for your physician’s approval before strenuous exercise or heavy lifting.
When to get in touch
Contact your New City Clinic coordinator straight away in case of high fever, increasing pain, redness or anything unexpected.
Frequently asked questions
Is a BBL permanent?
Part of the transferred fat is absorbed in the first months; the fat cells that survive are permanent. Significant weight changes will affect the result.
When can I sit after a BBL?
You are usually asked not to sit directly on the buttocks for the first 2–3 weeks. Your surgeon sets the period for you.
Can a slim person have a BBL?
Enough fat is needed for the transfer. A physician reviews your suitability from your photos during the New City Clinic preliminary assessment.
Deciding on Lipo 360 and BBL is a confident step when it is taken with the right information and the right team. You can book a free consultation with the New City Clinic team for your questions.
This article is for general information; consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.
