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Buccal Fat Removal
Surgery in Hyderabad

Buccal Fat Removal: Pre-Op & Post-Op Care

Before Cheek Reduction

Before the buccal fat surgery, stop using medications such as blood thinners, any herbal supplements, & NSAIDs, as advised by your physician. The surgeon further evaluates your skin elasticity & the amount of buccal fat present in your cheeks through facial analysis to perform an individualized treatment plan. Try avoiding certain habits, such as smoking & drinking alcohol, as they interfere with surgery.

During the Procedure

Once in the procedure room, you will be administered local or general anesthesia. The excess fat in the buccal region is removed by making incisions inside the mouth on the inner portion of the cheeks to access the buccal fat pad while applying pressure on the outside of the cheeks, making its exposure easy. The incision is then closed with dissolvable stitches.

Buccal Fat Removal Recovery

After surgery, the patient can return home the same day. During the recovery process, you may experience symptoms like numbness, pain, and swelling in the cheeks & mouth, which will gradually subside after a few days or may take weeks. The individual can return to their work after a week or so. However, a complete recovery can take up to 6 weeks.

Steps To Follow After Buccal fat removal

• Follow dietary recommendations, such as preferring a liquid diet for the first week, & switch to soft foods gradually.
• Take pain medications as prescribed by your doctor.
• Brush your teeth gently without applying much pressure, as it hurts your cheeks.
• Sleep with your head elevated, using the pillows that help reduce facial swelling.
• Avoid strenuous activities at least for 2 weeks.
• Attend follow-up appointments for monitoring.

Benefits of Buccal Fat Removal at Yashoda Hospitals

• Improved self-confidence.
• Improved facial appearance & its contour.
• No visible scars on the face.
• Longlasting results.
• Less rounded face & more v-shaped appearance.