Voluminous, sagging fat pads on the cheeks can be caused by a variety of factors. Genetic predisposition, weight gain or ageing play an important role here.
Those cheek fat pads can lead to a wider, rounder and less defined mid-face, popularly known as "hamster cheeks". In many cases, such a cheek configuration can make you appear overweight, even if you are not. Unfortunately, those chubby cheeks won't go away on their own, no matter how much you diet or work out at the gym.
Bichectomy is typically performed to improve the appearance of the cheeks and create a more contoured, slimmer facial appearance. It also aims to restore harmony with the other facial features and balance the overall shape of the face.
Bichectomy refers to a surgical procedure in which excess fat is removed from the cheeks to achieve a more contoured facial appearance.
During a consultation, PD Dr. Dr. Safi will tell you exactly whether a bichectomy is a sensible option to achieve your aesthetic wishes based on a thorough assessment of your facial anatomy. The following results can be achieved with a bichectomy:
Buccal fat pad removal is ideal for patients whose faces are excessively round or whose cheeks are excessively thick. The procedure is not recommended for those with thin, narrow faces as cheek fat removal can lead to a gaunt and bony appearance with age. Individuals must be in good overall health to undergo the procedure.
One of the most common methods is to remove excess cheek fat through a small incision in the mouth so that no visible scar remains on the face. This tiny incision in the mouth is located at the back of the oral cavity and near the second upper molar. Buccal fat removal surgery can be safely performed under local anesthesia.
Recovery after the operation is relatively quick and has few complications. If the procedure is performed under local anesthesia, patients can drive themselves home after the procedure.
Most patients return to work or school the same day. When performed by a qualified, experienced facial plastic surgeon, buccal fat removal is safe and produces natural-looking results. Ideally, your surgeon should be a specialist with years of training and education in the field of facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.
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