What it is
Buccal fat removal is a minimally invasive facial surgery that removes the buccal fat pads, which can contribute to a rounder facial appearance.
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Buccal fat removal
Refine the face and highlight your features
Subtle cheekbone and jawline definition without changing the face’s essence.
- Purpose
- General information
- Decision
- Individual assessment
- Results
- Vary by person
Who may be a candidate
It may be considered for prominent cheeks or facial fullness, limited definition, and a desire to refine the contour without drastic change, in someone with good health and realistic expectations.
How it is planned
It is an outpatient procedure lasting approximately 30–45 minutes, performed with local anesthesia through small incisions inside the mouth.
General recovery guidance
Light activity is often resumed in 3–5 days. Swelling decreases over the following weeks and the contour becomes progressively defined.
Appointment portal · First step
Wondering whether buccal fat removal may be right for you?
Request an in-person or virtual consultation and complete pre-evaluation through the appointment portal.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to guide you.
Timelines and recommendations are general guidance; personal instructions are determined by the medical team.
When is the final result visible?
Swelling decreases over 2–3 weeks; full definition is usually visible within 3–6 months.
Is there a visible scar?
There is no external scar because incisions are made inside the mouth.
Does it change facial expression?
The goal is subtle refinement and definition without altering natural expression.
Are results permanent?
Removed fat pads do not grow back, although aging and weight changes continue affecting the face.
How long is recovery?
Light activity is often resumed in 3–5 days; some swelling may remain for several weeks.
Is it painful?
Local anesthesia prevents pain during surgery. Mild discomfort or swelling may follow and is managed as directed.
Educational content: it does not constitute a diagnosis, a guarantee of results, or a surgical recommendation. Every surgery carries risks that must be discussed during an individual consultation.