Bichectomy
Removal of cheek fat sacs (Bichectomy)
When losing weight, most of us focus primarily on problem areas such as the tummy or buttocks, yet it is the face that first reflects our body weight. As the pounds pile on, it slowly rounds out and can look even puffy. However, let's not always look for overweight behind this condition. Fatty deposits cause a plumper appearance and removing them helps to aesthetically shape the face and accentuate the jawline.
If overly filled cheeks bother you, a bichectomy, or cheek fat pad removal, can help.
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Plastic surgery
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No recovery
Without hospitalisation
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What is bichectomy
Bichectomy is a great solution to regain your lost self-confidence. By removing the buccal fat, you will quickly and gently narrow your cheeks, accentuate your cheekbones, and achieve a slimmer appearance. At ABClinic, bunionectomy is performed by highly skilled plastic and facial surgeons who respect facial proportions and harmony. The procedure is conducted in such a way that the symmetry of the face is maintained and the result is as natural as possible.
What you get from the procedure
- Gentle and permanent slimming of chubby cheeks
- Subtle cheekbone enhancement while maintaining facial harmony
- Youthful facial appearance
- Increased self-confidence
How is bichectomy performed?
Before surgery
A personal consultation is required before any aesthetic surgery. The plastic surgeon will evaluate whether bichectomy is the right solution for you. The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia, so you will only have to undergo a basic pre-operative blood test.
The course of the operation
Bichectomy is a procedure performed under local anaesthesia and takes about 30 minutes. The surgeon removes part or all of the fatty sac in the cheek area intraorally (from inside the mouth) after making small incisions in the lining of the mouth. He then sews the wound together with absorbable stitches. Although the procedure is usually performed on both cheeks, in the case of asymmetry it can be performed on only one of them.
After the operation
The site of the procedure may be swollen and slightly red for the next few days, but both will soon subside and will not interfere with your normal activities. As the procedure is performed inside the mouth, increased oral hygiene is essential. For a few days after surgery, you should follow a special drinking and eating regime and avoid increased physical activity. The final results of the surgery are usually visible within 2 months.
Important information
The aging process is unfortunately inevitable and will of course have a lasting effect on the long-term stability of the bichectomy result. Our specialists will recommend regular treatments and therapies designed to slow down the facial aging process.
Words of our clients
What an amazing experience from the consultation to the post-operative care! I had buccal fat removal in June 2022 and I honestly cannot express how grateful I am for the treatment I received at ABClinic. The entire experience from the initial consultation to the surgery and follow up was flawless - not to mention the life changing results! The surgeon, Matej Patzelt, M.D., Ph.D., is a phenomenal doctor who knows how to put you at ease, both with his demeanor and his voice. Not only did he take great care of me, but he also has a lovely way of explaining the procedure thoroughly and clearly, answering my questions and making me feel comfortable. He is a perfectionist and a highly talented surgeon who did an amazing job removing my buccal fat pads. In addition, the team around Matthew Patzelt, M.D., Ph.D. and the clinic is simply amazing! The administrative team was so professional throughout the entire process and was always available to very patiently answer my questions throughout the day and evening. Weeks after surgery, they reached out to me to make sure everything was healing properly and that everything was ok. In addition, the way the nursing team communicated with me before and after surgery, and how they took care of me immediately after the buccal fat removal, made me feel safe. The whole process was like a dream! A big thank you to everyone who made it possible! Jasmin S.
I would like to thank the coordinators of ABClinic who always answered all my questions, helped me to plan the pre-operative examination and all other details. The clinic is very modern, the rooms are beautiful. I had a bichectomy with Dr. Patzelt and the result is perfect. Simone W.
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