Buccal fat removal in Turkey
Buccal fat removal, also known as buccal fat pad reduction or bichectomy, is a procedure to thin out one’s cheek by removing excess fat skin from the mid-face on the sides.
Located below the cheekbones, buccal fat pads could make your face look less defined and round. Buccal fat removal surgery reduces the excess weight of your cheeks and creates a more V-shaped facial aesthetic.
Understanding buccal fat removal
Overview
Buccal fat removal or bichectomy surgery can help you gain a better facial contour and make your chipmunk cheeks less defined.
During the procedure, the surgeon removes some parts of the buccal fat pad or the whole. Once the fat pad is removed the results are permanent.
Swellings and pain after the surgery for a few days are expected. The final results can be seen clearly after around 2 months.
Surgery goals
The surgery removes the excessive fat tissues from your cheeks, by doing so you can achieve:
- Enhanced cheek contour
- Slimmer facial appearance
- Improved facial definition
- Youthful appearance
Candidacy
If having round or chipmunk cheeks is bothersome, you might be a good candidate for buccal fat removal.
- Those with larger fat pads than average may benefit the best from the surgery.
- Be at your average weight so that losing kilos after the surgery does not make your face look hollow.
- Aging and biological factors affect the amount of adipose tissue (fat), so consult your doctor about how your face will look like.
Recovery
Right after the surgery, you might expect some swelling and bruising that improves in a few days. You will need 5-7 days of recovery after the surgery.
Follow your surgeon’s instructions, and keep the area untouched for some time. It is also important to keep yourself hydrated and eat soft easy to chew nutrient-dense foods for quicker recovery.
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Buccal fat removal cost in Turkey
Buccal fat removal surgery may cost around €1,300 – €2,000 depending on the clinic location, surgeon experience, and the services included in the package deal.
When you choose Turkey for your procedure you will get the surgery and benefit from the package deal services of transfer, hospitalization, accommodation, and translation.
Average buccal fat removal surgery prices
Countries | Min. Price | Max. Price |
Turkey | €1,300 | €2,400 |
U.S | €4,800 | €9,200 |
U.K | €4,300 | €8,800 |
Germany | €3,500 | €5,400 |
Australia | €3,300 | €6,800 |
Canada | €3,800 | €8,200 |
Actual prices may vary due to factors such as inflation and exchange rates.
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Turkey has become a sought-after location for buccal fat removal surgery, thanks to its affordability, enduring results, and attractive travel opportunities.
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Buccal fat removal procedures
During buccal fat removal, a small incision is made inside the mouth in the inner cheek area near the upper molars. This allows the surgeon to access and remove the buccal fat pads. The whole procedure may take around 1-2 hours and is usually performed under general anesthesia.
The buccal fat pad is exposed with an incision
The surgeon makes a small incision line on the upper molar area inside the mouth on the cheek.
The yellow buccal fat pad tissue can clearly be seen and manipulated through this incision.
Fat pad tissue is removed
Usually, 3 to 5 cc of buccal fat tissue is cut and removed depending on the individual desires.
The surgeon needs to be careful not to excessively pull the fat tissue and only remove the bottom part that naturally falls into the buccal cavity.
The area is sutured and closed
Once the tissue is removed from one side, the area is closed with dissolvable sutures.
The surgeon repeats the same procedure on the other cheek, and the surgery is completed.
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Planning a buccal fat removal in Turkey
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How long does the recovery take after the procedure?
There could be swellings and bruising over your cheeks for a week following the surgery. You might expect to see the final results over the 2 months following your surgery once all the swelling is gone.
How long does buccal fat removal surgery results last?
The surgery results are permanent. Once your buccal fats are removed, unless you gain great weight or experience any substantial weight loss, the surgery results last for a lifetime.
Can you get rid of buccal fats naturally?
No, the buccal fats do not go away on their own, with weight loss or aging. Although they might get thinner and look less voluminous, the best way to smoothen them is buccal fat removal.