Subtly slims the mid-face
Enhances cheekbone definition
Reduces lower cheek fullness
30-45 Minutes
Yes
3-4 Weeks
5-7 Days
3-4 Weeks
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Buccal Fat Removal addresses unwanted fat in the cheeks and offers a subtle contouring appearance to the mid-face. The operation can help rebalance your face and improve facial harmony by reducing the amount of buccal fat present in the fat pads between the cheeks. The biggest benefit of Buccal Fat Removal is that it gives a subtle slimming result and reduces fullness in the mid-face and around that region.
Buccal Fat Removal has been trending online in the last year, however, the name Buccal Fat Removal is one that has been chosen incorrectly, we prefer to think of Buccal Fat Removal more of as Buccal Fat Reduction. When performed by our triple board-certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr Yannis, Buccal Fat Removal works to reduce the amount of buccal fat present – not remove it entirely – as having some fat within the cheeks is normal and contributes to a healthy-looking appearance. As a procedure that Dr Yannis has been performing for years, he can analyse and assess the optimal amount of buccal fat to remove. To him, the key to performing a Buccal Fat Removal with exceptional results is through the right patient selection. This procedure is not suitable for everyone, and Dr Yannis knows this, which is why, for the right patient, Buccal Fat Removal can give amazing results and create a natural contour to the cheeks with the ultimate face-complementing results.
The procedure works on the lower half of the face to achieve a slimmer appearance to the cheeks.
It’s a popular procedure for creating natural-looking definition to the face. A buccal fat removal procedure will help to contour the cheekbones, for a more defined appearance to the cheeks.
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A buccal fat removal procedure is a quick and relatively straightforward procedure that requires a local anaesthetic. The surgeon makes an incision inside the cheeks, and removes the muscle from the buccal fat pad. We use dissolvable sutures to close the incision.
A buccal fat removal procedure will be beneficial for anyone who feels their cheeks are disproportionately large to the rest of their face. They may also be looking to enhance their jawline.
You can get a general indication after around 4 weeks. You should expect swelling that will resolve over time.
For the first week, we will advise you to have a liquid or soft diet, and use a mouthwash to avoid infection. You should also avoid alcohol. Typically, it takes 7- 10 days for swelling and bruising to go down. You may decide to 1-2 days off work, but you should be able to return to work as soon as you’re ready.
The procedure takes around 20-45 minutes.
The incisions are within the inside of the mouth, and it’s a very straightforward procedure with minimal side effects. Bruising and swelling will occur and can last for a few months. You might also feel a little firmness inside of the cheeks as scar tissue starts to form at the incision sites.
The procedure is permanent. However, with ageing, you could expect to see fat starting to descend into the lower portion of the face. The ideal candidate would be someone who has a lower BMI for a more dramatic cheekbone enhancement.
The procedure gives very subtle results. Whether you opt for buccal fat removal, botox or fillers is dependent on your needs and desired goals. Buccal fat removal requires local anaesthesia which reduces anaesthesia risks which is beneficial.
Some patients don’t like the idea of swelling and bruising or the thought of incisions. In which case, they may achieve slimming of the jawline through injections. The use of Botox injections for the masseter reduces the appearance of a robust masseter muscle. The injections minimise a square-like appearance and harshness of the jawline. Your nurse may also advise dermal fillers to lift, give volume and sculpt the cheekbones for a contoured look. The downside to injectables is that they will not provide permanent results, but the downtime is minimal.
Most patients do not experience any pain during the operation itself. Throughout your recovery, you may experience some discomfort. The mouth and jawline area may feel sensitive, heavy, hard, sore and/or numb which should subside with recovery.
The amount of fat removed varies from patient to patient depending on ethnicity and genetics.
The age you look is subjective and also depends on genetics, lifestyle and external factors. Generally, patients have this procedure because they believe it creates a more youthful-looking appearance. As you age, the fat starts to descend into the lower part of the face, and so fat accumulation in this area can make you look older. For those who naturally have fuller cheeks, the buccal fat procedure will give a more sculpted look, and the fat remains in the upper half of the cheek, to ensure that the youthful look is maintained.
Jowls and buccal fat are concerns that can be treated simultaneously but require two different surgical approaches. A buccal fat removal procedure doesn’t address the jowls specifically. Treating jowls usually involves a combination of non-surgical approaches such as Accent and fillers, or the soft thread lift. Surgical intervention might include liposuction or a facelift and neck lift.
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