Candidates
A good candidate for buccal fat removal is an individual who has fullness in the mid to lower cheek.
Cost
Buccal fat pad removal can cost about $5000-$7500.
Risks
The risks of buccal fat removal surgery are very low. Most commonly patients will have some swelling and mild tenderness in the area. They may also have some bruising.
Procedure
The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia, sedation, or general anesthesia. The procedure usually takes less than an hour and is performed through an intraoral incision. A small incision is made and the fat is teased out and then removed, the incision in the mouth is closed with absorbable sutures.
Recovery
The recovery is usually very straightforward. Patients are instructed to avoid eating food that may get caught in the sutures and are told to be careful with toothbrushing. Sutures usually dissolve.
Results
You should expect a softer look to your lower cheek once the swelling subsides.
FAQs
Can you get fat removed from your cheeks?
Fat can be removed by direct excision or sometimes by liposuction.
What are buccal fat pads?
Buccal fat pads are the fat between the certain muscles of the cheek which can lead to fullness in the lower cheek region.
What are cheeks made of?
The cheeks are made of soft tissue which includes the skin, subcutaneous fat, muscles, and deep fat.
How can I lose face fat in a week?
Facial fat can not be significantly improved within a week because even if fat is directly excised, swelling will likely occur which can take several weeks to subside.
What does buccal fat removal do?
Buccal fat pad removal will decrease the volume in the lower cheek region to make the face appear more heart-shaped.
Is facial liposuction permanent?
Facial liposuction is permanent, but gaining weight may cause the face to appear fatter.
What is a buccal flap?
A buccal flap is a unit of tissue that contains an attachment to its blood supply and is rotated into an area to close a hole like in a cleft palate.
Where are the buccal fat pads?
Buccal fat pads are deposits of fat deep in the cheek which can cause fullness in the lower cheek.
What is the buccal area?
The buccal area is usually the area of the lower cheek that may look like chipmunk cheeks.
Where can I get buccal fat removed?
Buccal fat pad removal is a procedure that I perform. It is done through an intra-oral approach.
Where are fat pads located in the face?
The buccal fat pads are located in the deep tissues of the lower cheek and can cause fullness in this region.
Where is the buccal fat pad located?
The buccal fat pads are located in the deep tissues of the lower cheek and can cause fullness in this region.
