Buccal Fat Removal

Buccal Fat Removal is also known as cheek reduction surgery. For those who want to achieve a more hollowed and chiseled look, buccal fat removal is the answer.

‘Chipmunk cheeks’ or chubby cheeks can occur due to being overweight or genetics. The fat that makes the cheeks lumpy is known as buccal fat or fat pads.

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The Procedure

Before the surgeon creates an incision, a local anaesthesia will be administered to prevent pain while the patient is awake. A small incision will be made from the cheek to the gums, starting above the second upper molar going to the back of the mouth. The fibres and the fascia of the main cheek muscle will then be exposed. In order for the buccal fat to stick out, the surgeon will apply some pressure externally below the cheekbone. After this, the surgeon will tease the fat out using either surgical tweezers or forceps. After removing the necessary fat pads, the incision will then be closed.

Risks and Complications

These are rare and often only temporary, however, they may include:

Infection
Adverse anaesthetic reactions
Numbness, which may be long term or permanent
Loss of sensation on the central cheeks and jawline or anywhere where the incision was made

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. Who are the best candidates for a buccal fat surgery?

Men and women with the age of 18 and above
Physically healthy
Non-smoker
Realistic with the objectives of the surgery

Q. How long does the procedure last?

A. It usually takes about 1 hour to complete the procedure.

Q. How does it feel like after the buccal fat surgery?

A. The lower part of the face and mouth will be sore and tender. There will be bruising but only in the inside of the mouth causing a difficulty in chewing. After about 2 weeks, the swelling will dissipate.

Q. What are the post-op measures to take?

Avoid foods that have acids
The head should be elevated when sleeping
The mouth should be rinsed with an antiseptic mouthwash a couple of times each day
Apply an ice pack to the swelling every 10 minutes for the first few days

Q. When do I see results after the buccal fat surgery?

A. Final results will be seen in about 4 months after the surgery.

Q. Is the result permanent?

A. Yes.

Q. Is the procedure painful?

A. There is mild to moderate pain and discomfort but these will be temporary and can be lessened with the doctor’s prescription.

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16 Comments

Troy on June 13, 2018 at 8:36 pm

My names Troy I’m a 44 year old male , and would like a cost estimate for buccaneers fat removal , also is there a clinic on the central coast I can get the surgery done

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- Trish on June 16, 2018 at 7:14 am
  
  Hi Troy
  
  Best to eamil info@plasticsurgeryhub.com.au and with your request, and someone will get back to you.
  
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Kelli-Anne Oxley on July 11, 2018 at 5:08 pm

Hi,

How much is your buccal fat removal?

Thanks
Kelli

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Sharn on September 6, 2018 at 12:31 am

Hi how much was your buccal fat removal ??

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- Trish on September 6, 2018 at 2:22 pm
  
  Hi
  We’ve have to forward you onto someone who does the procedure. Where are you located?
  
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Rachel on March 22, 2019 at 7:58 pm

Price of buccal fat removal?

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Anh on April 22, 2019 at 9:27 pm

Could you send me info and cost for buccal fat removal please.

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Rachel on April 30, 2019 at 11:25 pm

Cost of buccal removal and recovery time?

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- Trish on May 6, 2019 at 3:56 pm
  
  where are you located so we can get someone near you to answer this?
  
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Rae on July 29, 2019 at 9:40 pm

Hi there, please quote me on buccal fat pad removal

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Liz on May 6, 2020 at 11:06 am

How much does your buccal fat removal cost? Thanks.

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Jasmine on May 23, 2020 at 10:06 am

I’m looking for a place of the Gold Coast that does this, any suggestions?
Thanks

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Angie on August 11, 2020 at 10:06 am

I’d like to know where you are situated and the cost of buccal fat removal please

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- Trish on August 12, 2020 at 8:05 am
  
  the blog HQ is in Byron Bay.
  We support Australian surgeons, so if you fill out a consultaiton form, we can pass it onto someone near you.
  
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- Deborah on October 7, 2020 at 5:51 am
  
  I am quoting with some clinics to do the surgery, I can please tell me the cost of buccal fat removal.
  Thank you very much
  
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JJ on November 5, 2020 at 12:41 pm

Hi, two questions:
1. How much does cheek fat removal cost?
2. Do you deliver services for this in Melbourne?
Thanks

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