Buccal fat removal Miami
- Updated on: August 4, 2023
Are you dissatisfied with the roundness of your face or the chubbiness of your cheeks? The good news is that modern cosmetic surgery has arrived at a safe and effective way to help you with this concern. The highly knowledgeable and experienced surgeons at Boutinic Aesthetics are dedicated to providing you with best-in-class Buccal fat removal in Miami that will permanently transform your appearance and give you the look you have been wanting.
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Buccal fat removal at Boutinic Aesthetics
Quick Overview
- Bichectomy price: $3,500 – $4,500
- Financing available: Yes
- Average office visits: Minimum of three, including your consultation, your buccal fat removal procedure and a follow-up.
- Anesthesia: Local
- Procedure time: One hour
- Recovery timeline: Average of two months.
- Pain Rating: 3/10
- Ready to travel After: Three weeks.
- Ready to work After: One to two days.
- Final results: Two weeks – four months.
What is buccal fat removal also known as bichectomy?
Get rid of chubby cheeks with buccal fat removal surgery
Anyone, regardless of weight, can have chubby cheeks. They are caused by enlarged buccal pads, pockets of fat located in the lower anterior portion of the face. When these pads are bigger than normal, they make the face appear rounder, chubbier, less angular and even more childlike. Enlarged buccal pads have several causes:
- Heredity.
- Ethnic origin.
- Obesity (due to enlarged buccal pads and excessive fat under the facial skin).
- Enlarged muscles of the face caused by frequent chewing of gum or ice.
Because the buccal pads are fed by a rich blood supply that keeps them well-nourished, reducing them with diet and exercise does not usually yield effective results. For most people, a better solution is Buccal fat removal surgery.
Am I a candidate for buccal fat removal?
The ideal candidate for Buccal fat removal in Miami will:
- Be healthy and at a stable weight.
- Be a nonsmoker or, at minimum, be willing to cease tobacco use according to your surgeon’s recommendations before and after the procedure.
- Have realistic expectations about outcomes.
- Be dissatisfied with the current appearance of their round face or chubby cheeks.
Can men also get buccal fat removal surgery?
Buccal fat removal is an excellent option for men seeking to permanently get rid of a round baby face that may cause them to be perceived as out of shape, overweight or childish. Once excessive cheek fat is removed, male patients can achieve a more mature and distinguished look that lasts a lifetime.
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Is buccal fat surgery worth it?
For the right candidate, Buccal fat removal surgery can create a more chiseled and contoured facial profile. People who dislike the impression made by a chubby-cheeked appearance often experience heightened satisfaction and greater confidence once they have undergone this safe and minimally invasive procedure.
What buccal fat removal results can I expect?
In just a few weeks after having this procedure, you will notice a dramatic change in your facial appearance. Your formerly chubby-cheeked baby face will be replaced with a sculpted, defined and more contoured look that will bring out the features that were always hidden by fat in the past. Best of all, you will only need to have a Buccal fat removal in Miami procedure done once since the fat pads will never regenerate.
Your buccal fat removal consultation with our surgeons in Miami
Before you have any type of surgical procedure, you should always completely understand and feel comfortable with every aspect. At Boutinic Aesthetics, we provide you with a free, no-obligation consultation where you can get to know us, meet your surgeon and describe in detail exactly what you are looking to achieve. You can expect the following when you come in for your consultation:
- Review of your medical history, including medications and supplements you are taking.
- An opportunity to ask any and all questions, including inquiries about preparation, risks and side effects, after-care and downtime. Also, feel free to inquire about your surgeon’s qualifications and specialties.
- Discussion of your goals and expectations for surgery.
- Close examination of your face and cheeks to determine whether Buccal fat reduction surgery is right for you.
- Scheduling of your procedure. You can also take this time to discuss the many flexible financing options we make available to our patients.
Cheek reduction surgery steps
How is Surgery Done?
Buccal fat removal in Miami can be achieved in one simple procedure that usually takes approximately an hour. It can even be customized to fit each patient’s individual needs. During the operation, the surgeon will apply a local anesthetic to numb the area, create an incision in each cheek and remove some or all of the buccal fat pads according to the specifications previously agreed upon. The incisions are then sutured, and the patient is given after-care instructions. You can expect to have at least one follow-up visit as well so that the surgeon can check on how well the incisions are healing.
This simple, minimally invasive procedure includes:
1. Anesthesia
Administering local anesthesia to numb the cheek area.
2. Incisions
Making an incision on the inside of your mouth in the inner portion of each cheek.
3. Fat pad Removal
Removing some or all of each buccal fat pad. The surgeon exposes and partially cuts the protruding buccal fat pad or can totally remove it.
4. Closing the incisions
Closing the incisions with sutures.
Buccal fat removal recovery and post-op care
After relatively little pain and a minimal recovery period of just a few weeks, you will achieve the sculpted, thinner face you have always wanted.
How much is buccal fat removal in Miami?
What you will pay for your cheek fat removal surgery in Miami will depend on several factors, including the experience level of your surgeon, office overhead costs and whether you are having any additional procedures done at the same time. However, you can generally expect to pay anywhere between $4500 and $6500.
Looking for affordable buccal fat removal? Call us
At Boutinic Aesthetics, our Board-certified surgeons and your entire medical team are dedicated to ensuring that anyone who wants to receive cheek reduction surgery can do so. That’s why we offer competitive pricing, in-house payment plans and financing choices with providers such as Patient fi, United, and Alphaeon credit.
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BUCCAL FAT REMOVAL FAQS
Female vs Male buccal fat removal - Is there any difference?
On the surface, cheek fat reduction surgery is the same for men and women. All candidates receive incisions in the same places, and everyone has some or all of their buccal pads removed in order to achieve the desired thinning effect. However, men have thicker skin and often require a more aggressive amount of removal for results to be seen.
How long is the recovery for a Bichectomy?
In about three weeks, most of the initial discomfort, swelling and bruising will go away. However, it may take several months before you get a complete idea of the results.
What are the cons of buccal fat removal?
As with any surgical procedure, risks exist. However, their likelihood is slim. They include infection, excessive bleeding, reactions to anesthesia, hematoma, fluid accumulation, damage to salivary glands and facial nerve damage. It is also possible that your final appearance might be more hollow-cheeked or gaunt than you wanted. This underscores the importance of working with a highly competent and experienced professional such as the surgeons at Boutinic.
Is buccal fat removal permanent?
Yes. The fat pads cannot grow back.
Does chubby cheeks surgery give you a jawline?
Although the procedure only specifically addresses the fat in your lower cheeks, removal of the buccal pads leads to an overall more sculpted and contoured appearance with defined cheekbones and jawline.
Does buccal fat removal age you?
For the right candidate, this procedure can alleviate a childish or baby-faced countenance and promote a more distinguished impression.
What age is best for buccal fat removal?
Because the fat pads continue to grow into our twenties, it is best to wait until at least age 25 to have your cheek pads removed or diminished. On the other end of the spectrum, it is more your overall health than your chronological age that should determine whether you have this cosmetic surgery. Regardless of your chronological age, talk to your surgeon about your entire health history and medications to determine whether chubby cheek surgery is right for you.
Can I combine buccal fat reduction with other cosmetic procedures?
Yes. It is frequently done along with Botox, facelift and other cosmetic procedures.
How long does swelling last?
The acute swelling, bruising and discomfort associated with your Buccal fat removal surgery will diminish over the first week, although you can expect some swelling to persist for up to four months.
Why a buccal fat removal surgeon from Boutinic Aesthetics in Miami?
Transforming your facial features is something you should feel totally sure and relaxed about. Here at Boutinic, we are dedicated to our patients on every step of their cosmetic surgery journey. All of our surgeons have more than 20 years of experience, and our reputation for ensuring patient safety is unparalleled. We strive to provide effective, affordable procedures that surpass your expectations on every level.
What results can I expect?
You can expect a permanent reduction in the volume of your cheeks resulting in increased angularity and more defined cheekbones and jawline. At our cosmetic surgery center, the surgeons are committed to meeting your aesthetic goals so contact us if you are considering a buccal fat pad removal procedure in Miami.
