Buccal Fat Pad Removal at WIH Hospital

For individuals seeking a more refined and sculpted facial appearance, particularly concerned with cheek fullness, Buccal Fat Pad Removal surgery at WIH Hospital offers a solution. This specialized cosmetic procedure targets the buccal fat pads, naturally occurring pads of fat located in the lower cheek area, to create a slimmer, more contoured facial profile.

Why Choose WIH International Hospital for Buccal Fat Pad Removal?

At WIH International Hospital, we prioritize patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction. Our team of board-certified plastic surgeons possesses extensive experience in facial contouring procedures, ensuring personalized care and natural-looking results. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Bangkok provide a comfortable and safe environment for all surgical procedures.

Understanding Cheek Surgery: Buccal Fat Removal

Buccal Fat Removal, also known as cheek reduction surgery or buccal lipectomy, is a procedure to reduce the fullness in the lower cheeks as “chubby cheeks” or a “baby face.” Removing the buccal fat pads to create a youthful and natural facial appearance, leading to a more V-shaped facial structure.

Incisions: Small incisions, typically 1-2 centimeters in length, are carefully made on the inside of your mouth, on the inner lining of each cheek, usually opposite the upper molar teeth.

Fat Removal: The surgeon removes the predetermined amount of buccal fat.

Closure of Incisions: The small incisions inside the mouth are closed with dissolvable sutures.

A good Candidate for Buccal Fat Removal

  • Persistent Chubby Cheeks
  • Desire more defined cheekbones
  • Have realistic expectations
  • Adults ‘ facial fat naturally diminishes with age

Comprehensive Personalized Consultation

  • Your journey at WIH Hospital begins with a comprehensive, personalized consultation. The surgeon will discuss what you wish to achieve with buccal fat removal and your ideal facial appearance.
  • The surgeon will carefully examine your facial structure, skin quality, and the prominence of your buccal fat pads to assess your candidacy.
  • The procedure can often be performed under local anesthesia or intravenous sedation. In some cases, or if combined with other procedures, general anesthesia may be recommended.

Pre-operative and Post-Operative Care at WIH Hospital

Pre-operative Care

  • Follow all medication guidelines provided by your surgeon.
  • Abstain from smoking and alcohol as instructed.
  • If sedation is used, adhere to fasting instructions.

Post-operative Care

  • Our dedicated nursing staff will monitor you in our recovery area. You will be provided with specific post-operative instructions, which are crucial for a smooth recovery and optimal results.
  • A soft diet will typically be recommended for the first few days to a week.
  • Be gentle when brushing your teeth, avoiding the incision areas initially.
  • The surgeon will prescribe or recommend appropriate pain medication to manage any pain.

Recovery timeline

  • Week 1: Swelling and mild discomfort are typically at their peak. Focus on rest, head elevation, cold compresses, a soft diet, and prescribed medications.
  • Week 2-4: You can usually resume most normal activities, including light exercise.
  • Months 1-2: The tissues inside your mouth will be well-healed. Your cheeks will look slimmer and more sculpted.
  • Months 3-6: The final, refined contours of your cheeks will be visible.

Potential Risks

  • Swelling and Bruising
  • Infection
  • Numbness
  • Salivary Duct Injury (Rare)
  • Over-correction or Under-correction

Benefits of Buccal Fat Pad Removal

  • More Sculpted Facial Profile
  • Enhanced Cheekbone Definition
  • Relatively Quick Procedure
  • No Visible External Scars
  • Permanent Results

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Our surgeons carefully assess your facial structure and age during the consultation to determine the appropriate amount of fat to remove, aiming for a natural, long-term result that avoids an overly hollow appearance.

You will start to see a reduction in cheek fullness as the initial swelling subsides, usually within a few weeks. However, it can take 3 to 6 months for all subtle swelling to resolve and for the final, refined contours to become fully apparent.

While you can discuss your desired outcome with your surgeon, the exact amount of fat to be removed is a clinical decision made by your experienced surgeon.

Most patients can return to work and light daily activities within 3 to 7 days. Strenuous activities and exercise should be avoided for at least 1-2 weeks, or as advised by your surgeon.

Yes, Buccal Fat Removal is often combined with other facial contouring procedures such as chin augmentation, jawline contouring, rhinoplasty, or a facelift for more comprehensive results.

Trust WIH International Hospital to provide safe, natural, and beautifully balanced results.