Renaissance Plastic Surgery, Dr. Jeff Angobaldo’s practice, posted this video on its YouTube channel on September 9, 2025.
From the video’s description on YouTube
Are you too thin or athletic for a BBL? In this video, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jeff Angobaldo (Dr. Plano) discusses Butt Implants: Volume, Technique & Recovery. Learn why silicone gluteal implants are the ideal alternative for lean patients who lack enough donor tissue for a traditional fat transfer, how they differ structurally from breast implants, and why combining them with limited fat grafting creates the most natural contour.
Who should get butt implants instead of a BBL?
Buttock implants are the premier option for patients who are naturally very thin, have low body fat percentages, or are highly athletic, meaning they lack the necessary fat reserves required for liposuction and an effective Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). They are also ideal for patients seeking a revision who have already undergone prior liposuction.
What type of silicone is used for butt implants?
Unlike breast implants, gluteal implants are constructed using a firmer, highly cohesive solid silicone elastomer. They are completely solid and contain no free-flowing silicone gel, allowing them to withstand the high-pressure demands of sitting and moving.
Where are gluteal implants surgically placed?
Dr. Jeff Angobaldo places butt implants intramuscularly (dissected directly between the fibers of the gluteus maximus muscle). This technique provides superior tissue coverage, prevents the implant from shifting, and dramatically lowers the visibility and complication risks associated with placing them above or below the muscle.
What are the sleeping and exercise restrictions after butt implant surgery?
Recovery from gluteal implants requires sleeping exclusively on your stomach or sides for six to eight weeks. Strenuous workouts and heavy lifting must be avoided for eight weeks, though most patients can return to non-physical desk jobs within three to four weeks.
Dr. Jeff Angobaldo is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience. From his clinic in Plano, Texas, he offers advanced surgical body contouring, breast reconstruction, and facial rejuvenation to patients throughout Frisco, McKinney, and the greater Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) region.
More videos from the practice are on Dr. Jeff Angobaldo’s profile.
