Buccal fat removal
Face procedures
Buccal Fat Removal
Buccal fat removal in California and Florida (Beverly hills, Newport beach, Orange County, Miami)
Buccal fat removal can sculpt and streamline the cheeks, creating a leaner facial shape and more pleasing to the eye. This procedure has among the highest rates of patient satisfaction, as clients who undergo it experience a surge in self-confidence.
What is buccal fat removal?
Buccal fat pads are normal fat tissue that you have in your cheeks. In some people they might be too pronounced and cause fullness of your mid face as they protrude too much. This condition can make the person appear chubby, even when the rest of the body is slim and toned. With a bichectomy, (buccal fat removal) the cheeks can attain a more chiseled, slender look, which in turn draws the gaze towards the eyes and the smile.
Can you remove the buccal fat yourself?
Some people have tied to remove or shrink their buccal fat pads themselves. There are multiple myths out there about how you can achieve a slimmer, more chiseled facial shape. Some people believe that limiting their diet and prohibiting carbohydrates can help, while others try to do facial exercises that they think will build muscle tone in the mid face.
Unfortunately, none of these methods produce viable results, and you may end up feeling more disappointed than you were before with your appearance. Only surgical buccal fat pad removal performed by a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon can help slim the face and create that slender aesthetic you are seeking.
How is buccal fat removed?
You will be numbed with local anesthetic inside your mouth similar to those employed during dental treatment. A small incision is then made inside the cheek, where it is completely hidden from view. The plastic surgeon will then gently extract the buccal fat pad and trim it using a surgical device. Incisions are then closed, and your sutures will dissolve over the course of several weeks.
What are the benefits of buccal fat removal?
- A leaner, more toned facial appearance
- Reduction in excessive facial fat
- Improved definition in the cheeks and mid-face
- Enhanced confidence and satisfaction with one’s image
- A more mature-looking countenance
Who is a good candidate for buccal fat removal (bichectomy)?
If you are frustrated by a lower face that appears too bloated or full, you might be a good candidate for buccal fat removal in Beverly Hills or Orange county by a board certified plastic surgeon. This procedure can contour your cheeks and create a mid face appearance that is attractive and balanced.
If you were teased as a child for having “chipmunk cheeks,” then buccal fat pad removal might be an excellent solution for your concerns. The best way to determine your candidacy is to meet with a plastic surgeon for a private consultation. Good candidates for surgery are healthy, both emotionally and physically, and they have realistic expectations for what the treatment can achieve.
What is the recovery after buccal fat removal?
While swelling is normal after your surgery, you can mitigate this side effect with simple over-the-counter pain medications or the application of an ice pack. The doctor will also give you prescriptions for painkillers and sometimes antibiotics. Bruising is typically minor, but it fades quickly. You must sleep with your head elevated so that the cheek area is raised above the heart for several nights after your surgery to minimize swelling.
You will need to eat soft foods such as soups and smoothies for the first 24 hours after your treatment, and you will want to avoid hard or crunchy foods for at least two to three days. After about one week, most patients find they feel well enough to return to work and their normal duties. You should abstain from heavy lifting and other strenuous exercises for at least 2 weeks.
Does the buccal fat every come back after surgery?
Buccal fat removal provides long-lasting, sustainable results and thus do not come back. Your cheeks will remain slim and tapered, even if you gain weight in your body overall.
Is buccal fat removal painful?
The surgery is performed with general anesthesia or IV sedation and local anesthesia so that you will be completely comfortable during your treatment. After your surgery, the doctor will provide you with the appropriate painkiller prescriptions to deal with any tenderness, swelling, or bruising. These side effects will diminish within several days, with the majority of swelling disappearing after the first week.