Buccal Fat Removal
in Dallas, TX
Many people with a round face shape desire a slimmer, more defined facial contour. Even at a healthy weight, some patients feel their cheeks look fuller than they’d like, while others notice their facial fullness never changed from adolescence into adulthood.
Buccal fat removal surgery gently reduces excess cheek volume, sculpting a more dimensional, balanced facial aesthetic. Under the dedicated care of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Edgar Bedolla, this procedure is tailored to highlight your natural structure and elevate your look.
Table of Contents
- What Is Buccal Fat Removal?
- What Are the Benefits of Buccal Fat Removal?
- Am I a Candidate for Buccal Fat Removal?
- How Is Buccal Fat Removal Performed?
- What Is Recovery Like for Buccal Fat Removal?
- What Results Can I Expect From Buccal Fat Removal?
- How Much Does Buccal Fat Removal Cost in Houston?
- Interested in Buccal Fat Removal in Houston, TX?
What Is Buccal Fat Removal?
The buccal fat pad is a mass of fatty tissue located in the hollow between your cheekbones and jawbones. Genetics can cause some people to have a more prominent fat pad, creating a softer, rounder facial shape. This can lend a “baby cheeks” or “baby fat” characteristic to a person’s appearance that often persists beyond adolescence, regardless of weight.
Buccal fat removal is a cosmetic facial surgery procedure that carefully reduces buccal fat to enhance facial definition in the mid- and lower face. When entrusted to an experienced plastic surgeon, the result is a subtly contoured look that still looks like you, just more balanced.
What Are the Benefits of Buccal Fat Removal?
This facial procedure offers many potential advantages. Buccal fat removal can:
- Create a slimmer, more contoured cheek shape
- Highlight the cheekbones and jawline
- Reduce the appearance of round or full “chipmunk cheeks”
- Bring better structure and harmony to the overall facial shape
- Natural, refined, and long-lasting results
- Improved confidence and a more aligned self-image
For many patients, this procedure helps their outward appearance align with their style, aesthetic goals, or simply how they’ve always envisioned themselves. For men, buccal fat removal can help create a more chiseled, masculine contour.
Am I a Candidate for Buccal Fat Removal
You may be a good candidate for buccal fat removal if you:
- Are bothered by round or chubby cheeks
- Desire a more slim, contoured cheek aesthetic
- Are in good overall health
- Do not smoke
- Have realistic expectations
To find out if buccal fat removal is a good fit for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Bedolla by calling (214) 910-5582.
How Is Buccal Fat Removal Performed?
Buccal fat pad removal is typically an outpatient procedure performed under local anesthesia with optional sedation.
The procedure begins with Dr. Bedolla making an incision inside the mouth, near the molars, to access the buccal fat pad. He then gently reduces a portion of the fatty tissue before carefully closing the incision with dissolvable sutures.
This procedure usually takes less than an hour. Dr. Bedolla uses a controlled technique that prioritizes both safety and subtlety, ensuring the results are natural-looking and not overly gaunt. The key to a natural result that also ages well is in carefully removing the right amount of fat. The goal is shape.
What Is Recovery Like for Buccal Fat Removal?
After surgery, you’ll be monitored for a period until you are ready to be driven home.
In the first week, you can expect mild swelling, bruising, and discomfort. Your recovery will involve:
- A soft diet for the first week, avoiding foods that are hard or chewy
- Sleeping with your head elevated to speed recovery and minimize swelling
- Avoid strenuous activities and heavy lifting
- Attend all follow-up visits to ensure optimal healing
Most patients feel well enough to return to work within a week or two. It can take several weeks for swelling to settle and for your new facial contours to shine. Dr. Bedolla will provide clear aftercare instructions and remain accessible throughout your recovery.
What Results Can I Expect From Buccal Fat Removal?
Initial results are typically obscured by swelling. However, as this fades, you’ll begin to notice a slimmer, more sculpted cheek shape, as well as enhanced definition through the midface. Over the next few weeks, a refined, balanced, yet natural aesthetic will emerge.
Results are long-lasting, and because incisions are inside the mouth, there are no visible scars. Many patients feel more confident as their facial structure becomes more defined and better aligned with their aesthetic goals.
How Much Does Buccal Fat Removal Cost in Houston?
The cost of buccal fat removal varies, depending on factors like your unique anatomy, the surgical plan, and whether this procedure is combined with other facial enhancements. After your consultation, Dr. Bedolla’s team will provide you with a detailed price quote.
To get a buccal fat removal price quote tailored to you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Bedolla today!
Interested in Buccal Fat Removal in Dallas, TX?
If you are looking to achieve a more sculpted facial contour, it’s important to seek the expertise of a surgeon who has an intimate understanding of facial anatomy and experience performing this procedure. Dr. Edgar Bedolla is a compassionate, board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in all aspects of cosmetic facial surgery, helping patients achieve stunning results and enhanced confidence.
To schedule a consultation, use our online contact form or call (214) 910-5582 (ext. 102).
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