Full or rounded cheeks can make the face appear heavier even in individuals with a healthy body weight. Buccal Fat Removal is a cosmetic surgical procedure that reduces excess fat from the lower cheeks to create a more sculpted, contoured, and defined facial appearance. The treatment is particularly popular among people seeking enhanced cheekbone definition and a slimmer jawline.
At our clinic in Bhubaneswar, Buccal Fat Removal is performed using advanced techniques with a personalized approach to maintain natural facial balance and harmony.
Buccal Fat Removal, also known as cheek reduction surgery or buccal lipectomy, is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that removes a portion of the buccal fat pad located deep within the cheeks. By carefully reducing this fat, the procedure creates improved facial contours and highlights the natural structure of the cheekbones and jawline.
The surgery is performed through small incisions inside the mouth, leaving no visible external scars.
You may be a suitable candidate if you:
A thorough consultation helps determine whether Buccal Fat Removal is appropriate based on your facial anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Patients often choose this procedure to address:
Your consultation typically includes:
The procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on individual needs.
A small incision is made inside each cheek, eliminating the need for external cuts.
The surgeon carefully exposes and removes an appropriate amount of buccal fat while preserving natural facial harmony.
The incision is closed with dissolvable sutures, and postoperative instructions are provided.
The procedure generally takes less than one hour.
For optimal healing:
As with any surgery, Buccal Fat Removal may involve certain risks, including:
Careful patient selection and conservative surgical planning help reduce these risks.
Patients commonly notice:
Final results become increasingly visible over several months as swelling resolves completely.
The cost depends on factors such as:
A personalized consultation is recommended to receive an accurate treatment plan and estimate.
Yes. The removed buccal fat does not grow back, making the results generally permanent, although natural aging and weight changes can still affect facial appearance.
No. The incisions are placed inside the mouth, so there are typically no visible external scars.
Most patients experience mild discomfort and swelling that can usually be managed with prescribed medications.
Initial recovery typically takes one to two weeks, while final facial contour improvements may continue over several months.
Careful surgical planning aims to preserve natural facial balance and avoid excessive hollowing.
Weight loss may reduce overall facial fat but does not specifically target the buccal fat pads, which often remain prominent in some individuals.
Yes. Buccal Fat Removal is often combined with chin augmentation, liposuction, facelift procedures, or facial contouring surgeries for comprehensive enhancement.
Suitability depends on facial maturity and anatomy rather than age alone. A consultation is essential to determine candidacy.
Although improvements become visible after swelling decreases, final contour refinement may take several months.
