WATCH THE VIDEO HERE BBLs Might Be Cute, But They Can Stink — Literally. Surgeons and Patients Are Speaking Out Let’s talk about the real side of a BBL, because apparently, it’s more than just snatched waists and peachy angles — it can come with a serious stench. Yep, you read that right. A woman on TikTok named Kay Montana recently went viral for saying she had to get her Brazilian Butt Lift reversed after what she described as a “real real bad” odor coming from her surgical site. And girl… the story is as wild as it sounds. According to Kay, the smell was so bad that she carried air freshener and perfume with her everywhere to mask it. Worse? She says the smell ended her relationship. “BBLs stink, do you hear me?” she said in her now-viral video. We’re gagging — and not in the good way. While it might sound extreme, plastic surgeons are actually backing her up. Dr. Roger Tsai, a Beverly Hills board-certified plastic surgeon, confirmed on TikTok that yes, BBLs can indeed produce odor, especially if post-op hygiene isn’t on point. “Wiping down there is gonna be a lot more difficult because there’s more to reach around,” he explained, adding that BBLs create dark, moist environments, which are perfect breeding grounds for bacteria. And it’s not just the odor — it’s the risk. BBLs have the highest mortality rate of all cosmetic surgeries, which is why some top surgeons have stopped performing them altogether. Dr. Lara Devgan, a respected NYC plastic surgeon, publicly stated that she no longer does BBLs: “The risk-benefit calculus simply does not add up.” That’s a pretty bold statement from someone whose business is literally beauty. The BBL craze, originally fueled by celebs like Kim Kardashian, had women across the globe flying to Miami and DR to get that “slim-thick” silhouette. But in recent years, even Kim K has allegedly had hers reversed, and more women are opening up about the downside of chasing the perfect booty. While BBLs can absolutely be done safely by skilled, board-certified professionals, healing complications, infections, and yes — foul odor — are more common than most people realize. And unfortunately, some clinics (especially low-cost ones) don’t always provide the best aftercare support. If you’re thinking about a BBL, do your research — not just on the surgeon, but on the recovery, risks, and realities. A snatched body is cute, but not if it comes with a scent and a side of regret. Your body, your choice — just make sure the choice comes with knowledge, not just aesthetics.
“It’s coming out of the incision… If it’s not healing properly and your body is rejecting it, the hole will remain open and the drainage will continue to come out and stink up your linens, stink up everything.”
So, What’s the Bottom Line?
Top Surgeons Explain: BBLs Release FOUL Odor … Here’s Why
