Ultrasound guidance is revolutionizing fat grafting procedures in breast surgery and butt lifts enhancing safety, and improving patient outcomes.  

A 2024 retrospective study published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal analyzed data from 1,815 patients who underwent ultrasound-guided gluteal fat grafting. The study found a low complication rate, with no occurrences of macroscopic fat emboli or mortalities. The authors concluded that direct visualization of anatomical plane injection using ultrasound guidance is associated with a low rate of complications.    

Dr. Salzman, MD, FACS, a double board-certified plastic surgeon and experienced educator, has years of first-hand experience with the safety and precision of ultrasound-guided surgeries. We recently had the good fortune to present a webinar with Dr. Salzman where here shared his proven ultrasound-guided techniques for improving the safety of Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) procedures and autologous fat transfer in breast augmentations.  

The one-hour webinar, Ultrasound-Guided Fat Grafting: Safe Techniques for BBL and Breast Augmentation, is now available to watch at your convenience. Read on for highlights from the webinar. 

Webinar Highlights: Ultrasound-Guided Fat Grafting 

Dr. Salzman presented a real case study demonstrating the benefits of ultrasound-guided fat grafting and performed live ultrasound scanning to showcase his techniques in real time. 

Key Clinical Takeaways 

• Ultrasound provides real-time visualization of tissue layers, ensuring precise fat placement and minimizing risks.    
• Ultrasound guidance is crucial for:  
  • Accurate fat placement in the subcutaneous plane during BBL procedures. This prevents fat emboli and related complications.    
  • Correcting breast asymmetries with fat grafting.    
  • Enhancing upper pole fullness.    
  • Softening cleavage in patients with wide sternal spaces.    
  • Addressing implant fatigue or complications.    
  • Managing fat necrosis and oil cysts.    

VIDEO: Dr. Salzman’s Ultrasound-Guided BBL Technique 

Dr. Salzman uses the Clarius L7 HD3, which offers high-resolution imaging of superficial structures, wireless convenience, and affordability. It provides advanced features like specific plastic surgery presets such as BBL, AI-powered T-mode for anatomical overlays, and procedure recording for documentation and education.  

Watch this 10-minute video to see Dr. Salzman perform a gluteal fat graft (BBL), targeting the injection with ultrasound guidance to ensure he’s avoiding the gluteal muscle. 

AI-powered High-definition Ultrasound for BBLs and Breast Augmentation 

The Clarius L7 HD3 is one of three wireless, handheld ultrasound devices that offers exceptional image quality and ease of use for plastic surgery. Its high-frequency capabilities make it ideal for visualizing superficial structures, allowing for precise fat placement and minimizing the risk of complications.    

In addition to its imaging capabilities, the Clarius L7 HD3 offers several features that streamline workflow and enhance the surgical experience: 

• BBL Presets: Optimize imaging settings for BBL procedures with a single touch.    

• Procedure Recording Mode: Allows for comprehensive documentation of the entire procedure, including both ultrasound images and clinical video.    

• AI-Powered T-mode: Watch this 90-second video to see how T-Mode™ overlays distinctive colors, patterns, and labels to instantly identify and differentiate gluteal tissue layers, which is helpful for new users learning how to identify targets for fat grafting. 

Embrace the Future of Fat Grafting 

Ultrasound guidance is rapidly becoming the standard of care for fat grafting procedures in breast surgery. By incorporating ultrasound technology into your practice, you can enhance safety, improve patient outcomes, and achieve new levels of surgical precision.    

Contact us today to book a personal virtual demonstration to learn more about how the Clarius ultrasound can transform your approach to fat grafting procedures.