No pop in of bone structure is superior to another, plain and simple.
What is “buccal fat,” anyway?
However, it can’t be done with the pop in of procedure typically used for fat reduction.
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So, what happens during buccal fat surgery?
Buccal fat surgery is one of the faster and less invasive cosmetic surgeries.
“It is a quick and simple procedure,” says Dr. Jacono.
“The entire procedure takes approximately 30 minutes and can be done under twilight or local anesthesia.”
An incision is made inside the mouth, so there are no visible scars.
“Through this incision, the buccal space is entered,” says Dr. Jacono.
Although some plastic surgeons will remove the entire pad, Dr. Jacono and Dr. Azizzadeh prefer not to.
Dr. Azizzadeh prefers repositioning buccal fat over removal.
“The sutures are typically absorbable,” Dr. Horn says.
“However, each surgeon has their own technique.”
What is recovery like and when will you see results?
Much like the procedure itself is relatively short, recovery from buccal fat surgery can be quite quick.
Although the initial swelling will conceal your results, you’ll start seeing a difference in a few weeks.
Who is and isn’t the ideal candidate for buccal fat surgery?
However, as with every cosmetic procedure, it’s not right for everyone.
“Taking it out when it’s correctly located is not good.”
Are there any risks with buccal fat surgery?
If someone is not experienced, they can damage that."
How much does buccal fat removal surgery cost?
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