{"id":6485,"date":"2026-07-12T18:27:33","date_gmt":"2026-07-12T18:27:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/withsolverdemo.com\/selcukinanli\/2023\/11\/06\/buccal-fat-removal-bichectomy\/"},"modified":"2026-07-13T16:57:51","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T16:57:51","slug":"buccal-fat-removal-bichectomy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/buccal-fat-removal-bichectomy\/","title":{"rendered":"Buccal Fat Removal (Bichectomy)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Buccal Fat Removal, also called bichectomy,
\nis a cosmetic procedure in which the buccal fat pads are removed from the cheek
\narea. The goal of the surgery is to achieve a slimmer and more contoured
\nappearance. <\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

Facial contours play an important role in
\ndefining a person's appearance. For many people, a fuller face can make them
\nappear younger, healthier and more attractive. However, some people have
\nnaturally rounder faces because they have fat pads in the cheek area. These are
\nsmall, fatty deposits located in the cheeks that can create a
\n"chubby" appearance. For those who desire a more angular appearance,
\nbuccal fat removal will be an effective solution.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

What is Buccal Fat Removal?<\/font><\/span><\/h2>\n

Cheek fat removal is a safe and effective
\ncosmetic procedure that removes excess fat from the cheeks to create a more
\ncontoured and defined facial appearance. This medical application is performed
\nunder either general or local anesthesia, depending on the patient's preference
\nand the specialist\u2019s recommendation. It is a safe procedure that can be done on
\nan outpatient basis, and the recovery time is relatively short.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

How is the Buccal Fat Removal Procedure
\nDone?<\/font><\/span><\/h2>\n

\n

The Buccal Fat Removal procedure is
\nperformed under general or local anesthesia. Once the anaesthetic has taken
\neffect, the doctor makes a small incision in the mouth (usually near the back
\nmolars) to gain access to the buccal fat pads. Through these incisions, a small
\namount of fat from the buccal fat pads located between the cheekbone and the
\ncheek muscles are removed. The excess fat is then removed, and the incision is
\nclosed with sutures. The entire procedure takes about an hour, and the patient
\ncan go home the same day.\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>\n

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The amount of fat removed depends on the individual needs of the patient and
\nthe desired result. The patient is given instructions on how to care for the
\nincisions while they heal. The entire procedure usually takes about 30-60
\nminutes and is usually performed on an outpatient basis, meaning the patient
\ncan go home the same day.<\/div>\n

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It is important to note that while cheek
\nfat removal is generally a safe and uncomplicated procedure, as with any
\nsurgical procedure, side effects such as infection, bleeding, scarring, and
\nchanges in sensation in the cheek area may occur. The patient should explain
\nthe current situation to the physician.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

Buccal Fat Removal Recovery Period<\/font><\/span><\/h2>\n

After the surgery, you may experience
\nswelling and bruising This is normal and usually subsides within a few days.
\nPatients should avoid strenuous physical activity for at least two weeks and
\nfollow postoperative instructions closely. Most patients can return to work and
\nnormal activities within a week.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

    \n
  • It is common for the cheeks to
    \nswell somewhat and feel uncomfortable. This discomfort can be relieved with
    \npain medication and cold compresses.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • It is recommended that you eat
    \nonly soft foods for the first few days, as hard or crunchy foods can irritate
    \nthe incision sites. Additionally, it's important not to smoke or drink alcohol,
    \nat least for the first few days, as this can slow down the healing process.<\/li>\n
  • It may take several months for
    \nthe results of the procedure to fully develop as the swelling of the cheeks
    \ngradually subsides and the facial contours become more defined. The patient
    \nneeds to have realistic expectations about the outcome.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Who is an
    \nIdeal Candidate for Buccal Fat Removal?<\/font><\/h2>\n

    Cheek fat removal is an ideal procedure for
    \nindividuals who want to improve their face with a more sculpted and defined
    \nstructure. Consultation with a qualified specialist is recommended. In general,
    \nthe procedure is recommended for people who naturally have a round face and who
    \nare looking for a more streamlined look. <\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

    Buccal liposuction is not a weight loss
    \nprocedure, it can help improve the appearance of the face. It is usually
    \nperformed on patients who are healthy and have a stable weight, as wide
    \nfluctuations in weight can affect the results. It is also important for
    \npatients to have realistic expectations of the results and to realize that it
    \nmay take several months for the results to fully develop.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    If you would like to learn more about cheek
    \nliposuction, do not hesitate to contact Selcuk Inanl\u0131 Clinic to schedule a
    \nconsultation. With the assistance of an experienced health professionals,
    \nbuccal fat removal can be a safe and effective way to enhance your facial
    \nfeatures and achieve the look you desire.<\/span><\/o:p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Buccal Fat Removal, also called bichectomy, is a cosmetic procedure in which the buccal fat pads are removed from the cheek area. The goal of the surgery is to achieve a slimmer and more contoured appearance. Facial contours play an important role in defining a person's appearance. For many people, a fuller face can make […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7446,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","_joinchat":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6485","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog-tr"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":{"landsacpe":["https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bichectomy-selcuk-inanli1-720x445.png",720,445,true],"list":["https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bichectomy-selcuk-inanli1-463x348.png",463,348,true],"medium":["https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bichectomy-selcuk-inanli1-300x288.png",300,288,true],"full":["https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bichectomy-selcuk-inanli1.png",720,690,false]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6485","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6485"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6485\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7848,"href":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6485\/revisions\/7848"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7446"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6485"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6485"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/selcukinanli.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6485"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}