What Is NovoBum™?
Many people desire fuller, rounder buttocks but hesitate to undergo a traditional Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) because of the recovery, risks associated with general anesthesia, or concerns about extensive surgery.
NovoBum™ is NovoSculpt‘s approach to fat transfer buttock enhancement. The procedure combines comprehensive body contouring with strategic fat transfer to improve the shape, projection, and proportions of the buttocks.
Unlike traditional BBL procedures that commonly involve general anesthesia, larger incisions, and operating-room recovery, NovoBum™ utilizes NovoSculpt’s minimally invasive approach. Treatment is performed using local tumescent anesthesia, without general anesthesia, without scalpels, and without stitches.
The result is a procedure designed to simultaneously improve two areas:
- The areas where unwanted fat accumulates
- The buttocks where volume enhancement is desired
This dual benefit explains why fat transfer procedures remain one of the most popular body contouring procedures performed worldwide.
Watch: How Fat Transfer Creates Natural Curves
NovoBum™ combines strategic fat removal with autologous fat transfer to enhance the buttocks using your own natural tissue.
In this short video, NovoSculpt™ explains how fat can be harvested from areas such as the abdomen and flanks and transferred to the buttocks to improve shape, projection, and body proportions without implants.
Watch: Fat Transfer Explained Simply
How Does Fat Transfer to the Buttocks Work?
The procedure begins by harvesting excess fat from areas of the body where patients commonly store stubborn fat deposits.
Common donor areas include:
- Upper abdomen
- Lower abdomen
- Waist
- Flanks (“love handles”)
- Back bra rolls
- Lower back
- Inner thighs
- Outer thighs
- Arms
After harvesting, the fat is processed and purified before being strategically transferred into selected areas of the buttocks.
Rather than simply adding volume, the goal is to improve:
- Projection
- Shape
- Symmetry
- Hip-to-waist ratio
- Overall body proportions
When performed appropriately, fat transfer can create natural-looking enhancement because the transferred tissue consists of the patient’s own living fat cells.
Understanding The Anatomy Of A Brazilian Butt Lift
Successful buttock enhancement requires an understanding of both anatomy and aesthetics.
Several anatomical structures contribute to the appearance of the buttocks:
The Gluteal Muscles
The buttocks are primarily formed by:
- Gluteus maximus
- Gluteus medius
- Gluteus minimus
These muscles provide the underlying foundation and projection of the buttocks.
The Subcutaneous Fat Layer
Above the muscles lies a layer of subcutaneous fat. This layer largely determines the visible shape and softness of the buttocks.
Modern fat transfer techniques focus on this subcutaneous layer rather than deeper structures.
The Hip and Waist Relationship
An attractive buttock contour depends on more than buttock size alone.
The appearance of the waist, flanks, lower back, and hips significantly influences overall body proportions. This is one reason many patients achieve dramatic improvement when fat removal and fat transfer are combined.
By narrowing the waist while enhancing the buttocks, practitioners can create greater contrast between the waist and hips, helping produce the appearance commonly associated with an “hourglass” figure.
Which Histological Layers Does NovoBum™ Treat?
Body contouring procedures affect specific tissue layers.
Fat Harvesting Phase
NovoSculpt removes fat from the subcutaneous adipose layer.
This layer sits beneath the skin and above the underlying muscle fascia.
The procedure targets localized fat deposits while preserving critical anatomical structures.
Fat Transfer Phase
Purified fat is strategically placed within the subcutaneous tissues of the buttocks to improve contour and projection.
Careful placement helps support natural contours while maintaining safety.
NovoBum™ vs Traditional Brazilian Butt Lift Surgery
Patients frequently ask how NovoBum™ differs from a traditional BBL.
Traditional BBL
Traditional Brazilian Butt Lift procedures often involve:
- General anesthesia
- Surgical operating room settings
- Larger-volume fat harvesting
- Extended recovery
- Post-anesthesia recovery period
NovoBum™
NovoBum™ emphasizes:
- Local tumescent anesthesia
- No general anesthesia
- No scalpels
- No stitches
- Minimal invasiveness
- Reduced downtime
- Same-day discharge
Many patients appreciate avoiding the nausea, grogginess, and recovery associated with general anesthesia.
Studies have demonstrated that tumescent local anesthesia can provide excellent pain control while reducing many risks associated with general anesthesia and large-volume surgical procedures.¹²
Why Patients Often Prefer Local Tumescent Anesthesia
Tumescent anesthesia has transformed modern body contouring.
The technique involves introducing a dilute anesthetic solution into targeted fat layers before treatment.
Benefits commonly associated with tumescent anesthesia include:
- Excellent pain control
- Reduced bleeding
- Reduced bruising
- Faster recovery
- Elimination of general anesthesia risks
- Earlier ambulation
Researchers have described tumescent liposuction as having an excellent safety profile when performed appropriately by trained practitioners.¹³
For many patients, the ability to avoid general anesthesia becomes one of the most attractive aspects of treatment.
Can NovoBum™ Create Natural-Looking Results?
Most patients seeking buttock enhancement do not want exaggerated or artificial results.
They want:
- Improved projection
- Better proportions
- Enhanced curves
- Natural movement
- Natural feel
Because NovoBum™ uses the patient’s own fat rather than synthetic implants, many patients appreciate the natural appearance and feel that fat transfer can provide.
The procedure allows for customization based on each patient’s anatomy and goals.
Who May Be A Candidate For NovoBum™?
Candidates commonly include individuals who:
- Have unwanted fat deposits
- Desire fuller buttocks
- Want improved waist-to-hip proportions
- Prefer using their own fat rather than implants
- Wish to avoid general anesthesia
- Seek a minimally invasive body contouring option
A consultation allows the surgeon to determine whether sufficient donor fat exists and whether the patient’s goals align with what fat transfer can realistically achieve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NovoBum™ the same as a BBL?
NovoBum™ is NovoSculpt‘s fat-transfer buttock enhancement procedure. It follows the same general principle as a Brazilian Butt Lift by transferring a patient’s own fat to improve buttock shape and projection.
Where does the transferred fat come from?
Fat commonly comes from the abdomen, waist, flanks, lower back, bra rolls, thighs, and arms.
Does NovoBum™ require general anesthesia?
No. NovoBum™ is performed using local tumescent anesthesia without general anesthesia.
Does NovoBum™ use implants?
No. NovoBum™ uses the patient’s own fat rather than silicone implants.
Can NovoBum™ be combined with Novo360™?
Yes. Many patients combine NovoBum™ with Novo360™ to contour the abdomen, waist, flanks, bra rolls, and lower back while simultaneously enhancing buttock shape and projection.
Why Many Patients Explore NovoBum™ Instead Of Traditional BBL Surgery
Patients searching online for:
- Brazilian Butt Lift near me
- BBL alternative
- Awake BBL
- Fat transfer to buttocks
- Natural Brazilian Butt Lift
- Skinny BBL alternative
- Butt augmentation without implants
often discover that the procedure they ultimately choose depends on more than volume alone.
Many individuals prioritize:
- Safety
- Recovery time
- Comfort
- Natural results
- Avoiding general anesthesia
NovoBum™ was developed to address these priorities while combining comprehensive body contouring with fat transfer enhancement.
By removing unwanted fat, reshaping the midsection, and enhancing the buttocks using the patient’s own tissue, NovoBum™ offers a modern approach to body contouring and buttock enhancement.
References
- Klein JA. Tumescent Technique for Local Anesthesia Improves Safety in Large-Volume Liposuction. Dermatologic Clinics. 1990.
- Hanke CW, Bernstein G, Bullock S. Safety of Tumescent Liposuction in 15,336 Patients. Dermatologic Surgery. 1995.
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Fat Transfer and Brazilian Butt Lift Patient Safety Resources.
- Cansancao AL, et al. Gluteal Fat Grafting: Anatomy, Technique, and Safety Considerations. Aesthetic Surgery Journal.
