Buccal Fat Removal in Los Angeles & Beverly Hills
What is Buccal Fat Removal?
What is Buccal Fat Removal?
Buccal fat removal, also known as Bichectomy addresses the fullness in the lower face that targets buccal fat reductions to slim the face and highlight the cheekbones and jawline to get a more attractive appearance. Buccal fat removal targets the buccal fat pads, which play a significant role in determining the fullness of your lower face. By strategically removing some of this fat, the procedure allows to:
- Slim the Face: Buccal fat removal helps reduce unwanted fullness in the lower cheeks, creating a more sculpted appearance.
- Highlight Cheekbones and Jawline: As the fat pads are removed, your malar eminence, cheekbones and jawline become more defined, enhancing the facial structure.
- Achieve a More Defined Look: The overall outcome is a sharper, more contoured facial profile.
The procedure itself is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation, making it minimally invasive with a quicker recovery time. Skilled surgeons carefully remove the targeted buccal fat pads while meticulously reshaping the cheeks to ensure natural-looking definition.
Benefits of Buccal Fat Removal:
Buccal fat removal offers several advantages for individuals seeking a more sculpted and defined face:
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- Permanent Results: One of the key benefits is the permanence of the results. Once the buccal fat pads are removed, they do not regenerate, providing long-lasting facial sculpting effects.
Buccal Fat Removal Surgery Costs and Financing
The cost of buccal fat removal can vary depending on several factors. We offer this procedure at most affordable cost as compared to the competitors.
Ideal Candidates for Buccal Fat Removal Surgery
- Overall Normal Good Health and Stable Weight
- Candidates with naturally full or chubby cheeks
- Desired Outcome: A Slimmer and Defined Look
- Realistic Expectations
- Not ideal for Certain Facial Features
Considering Buccal Fat Removal?
If you’re interested in learning more about buccal fat removal and whether it’s right for you, schedule a consultation with our qualified cosmetic surgeon. They can assess your individual facial structure, discuss your goals, and determine if this procedure can help you achieve the desired results.
Buccal Fat Removal Procedures Explained
Wondering what to expect during a buccal fat removal procedure? Here’s a breakdown of the typical steps involved:
1. Consultation:
- Discussing Your Goals: Your initial consultation will focus on understanding the desired outcomes. Discuss your facial features and goals for a sculpted look.
- Assessing Suitability: Assessment of your overall health and facial structure to determine if you’re a good candidate for buccal fat removal.
- Benefits and Risks: A thorough discussion about the potential benefits and risks of the procedure will take place. This ensures you make an informed decision.
2. Anesthesia:
Buccal fat removal is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation. This approach offers several advantages:
- Comfort: Local anesthesia numbs the targeted area, minimizing discomfort during the procedure.
- Reduced Risks: Local anesthesia is generally associated with fewer risks compared to general anesthesia.
- Affordability: Local anesthesia often translates to a lower overall cost compared to general anesthesia.
3. Incisions:
To access the buccal fat pads, the surgeon will make small incisions on the inner surface of your cheeks. These incisions are strategically placed to minimize visibility and ensure minimal scarring.
4. Fat Removal:
Through the incisions, the surgeon carefully removes the targeted amount of buccal fat pads. The amount removed depends on your facial structure and desired outcome.
5. Suture Closure:
Once the fat removal is complete, the surgeon will meticulously close the incisions with dissolvable sutures. These sutures dissolve on their own over time, eliminating the need for suture removal.
6. Post-Operative Care:
Following the procedure, you will receive instructions on post-operative care. This may include information on minimizing swelling, managing discomfort, and promoting a smooth recovery.
Potential Risks and Complications of Buccal Fat Removal
- Infection is very uncommon.
- Facial Asymmetry: Rare but there is a slight possibility of uneven fat removal leading to facial asymmetry.
- Nerve Dysfunction/ Damage: Very Rare
- Overcorrection: Very Rare
Recovery and Before & After Photos Following Buccal Fat Removal
Recovery:
- Bruising and Swelling: Mild to moderate swelling and occasional bruising in the cheeks are common for the first few days to a week subside naturally.
- Discomfort Management: Prescribed pain medication to manage any postoperative discomfort, making recovery more comfortable.
- Post-Operative Instructions: Adhering to the post-op instructions for optimal healing. These may include specific dietary recommendations, oral hygiene routines, and activity restrictions.
- Returning to Normal Activities: Most people can resume light activities within a few days, while returning to work might depend on your job’s demands. Strenuous exercise should be avoided during the initial healing period to prevent complications.
Recovery Tips for Optimal Results:
- Rest: Take it easy for a few days and prioritize rest to allow your body to focus on healing.
- Pain Management: Stick to your prescribed medication schedule to manage any discomfort.
- Diet: Follow your surgeon’s dietary advice to minimize swelling and promote healing.
- Oral Hygiene: Meticulous oral hygiene is essential to prevent infection.
The expected recovery time for buccal fat removal is typically 1-2 weeks. By carefully following your surgeon’s post-operative instructions, you can optimize your healing process and achieve the best possible results.
Long-Term Results:
Buccal fat removal offers long-lasting results in facial shaping and definition. The procedure removes the buccal fat pads, leading to a slimmer and more sculpted mid-lower face.
Before & After Photos following Buccal Fat Removal:
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Dr. Garg's Personalized Approach:
Dr. Garg takes a meticulous approach to assess candidacy for gynecomastia surgery. He will:
- Review your medical history: Understanding your overall health helps determine suitability for surgery.
- Perform a physical examination: This allows Dr. Garg to evaluate the severity and type of gynecomastia.
- Discuss your goals and expectations: By understanding your desired outcome, Dr. Garg can recommend the most appropriate surgical approach.
This personalized evaluation ensures the recommended procedure aligns with your specific needs and anatomy, ultimately leading to optimal results.
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Frequently Asked Qestions
Buccal fat removal suits people looking to address the cheek fullness and get a sculpted and youthful appearance. An experienced cosmetic surgeon may evaluate your appropriateness.
Buccal fat removals surgically decreases and debulk the cheek fat pads, whereas masseter Botox slims the lower face near angle of mandible region. Patient concerns and goals determine which technique to use.
Buccal fat removal by an experienced surgeon can define and rejuvenate the face to attain a younger look. However in inexperienced hands, an aged appearance after surgery may result as a possible complication following an aggressive removal of buccal fat. In experienced hands, this risk is almost neglible. It is important to consult a well-qualified surgeon for a proper assessment and approach.
Physically removing fat cells makes buccal fat removal long-lasting. Lifestyle and natural aging can affect longevity outcomes.
Some patient may experience pain and swelling in the initial recovery period, although the surgeon usually prescribes pain medicine. Upon recovery, pain and swelling go away.
Buccal fat removal heals in 1-2 weeks. Patients should follow post-op instructions to recover and prevent issues.
Complete facial rejuvenation might include buccal fat removal with facelifts or chin-neck liposuction. Goal-oriented treatment strategies can be combined.
Buccal fat removal costs vary depending on the surgeon’s skill, location, and procedure. The surgeon can explain prices during a consultation.
Short-term dietary restrictions may apply following surgery. In early post-operative period, liquid diet is advised which later on subsequent days can be gradually advanced to a solid diet.
Buccal fat removal operation permanently removes cheek fullness, whereas slimming treatments temporarily reduce it. As such, the there are no specific non-surgical alternatives which can truly help a patient. Cosmetic surgeons can discuss with you in choosing the best aesthetic treatment.