Fuller cheeks are thought to be more youthful than hollow cheeks, which is why so many people seek dermal fillers to increase volume in this facial area. However, others may be overly concerned with cheeks that appear too full and that take away from a refined facial contour. In fact, cheeks that are full and round even into adulthood tend to be a genetic family trait. Men and women who are concerned with the roundness of their lower face and cheeks, despite attempts to reduce the fullness through diet and exercise, may benefit from a surgical procedure known as Buccal Fat Removal.
If you wish to subtly reduce lower facial fullness and achieve thinner, more sculpted cheeks with more defined facial angles overall, Buccal Fat Removal at RENATA Facial Cosmetic Surgery may be a permanent and elegant solution. Brooklyn Buccal Fat Removal expert Dr. Renata Khelemsky is here to guide you through your personal goals and aesthetic journey. Located at the foot of the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, our boutique luxury clinic resides in the heart of DUMBO, a thriving waterfront neighborhood in Northern Brooklyn overlooking the Manhattan skyline. Schedule your personalized consultation today.
Cheek reduction surgery (Buccal Fat Removal) is a surgical procedure to remove a discrete portion of the cheek fat pads (also known as buccal fat) for a thinner and more defined lower facial silhouette. The surgery can be performed as a stand-alone treatment or simultaneously with other procedures, such as a facelift, rhinoplasty, or chin augmentation. The surgery is easily performed through a small incision inside the mouth, leaving no visible scar on the skin.
Having the fat pad inside your cheeks surgically reduced may offer you a solution for a more defined and sculpted appearance. By reducing the overall volume of the buccal fat pads, you can lessen the fullness of the lower face and improve the appearance of “chipmunk cheeks,” all while preserving a natural and youthful contour. When seeking Buccal Fat Removal Brooklyn patients look to achieve an overall slimmer appearance to the lower cheeks and find that after this procedure, their cheekbones appear relatively more accentuated. However, this procedure is not recommended for patients who have thinning or aging facial features due to the possibility of worsening facial hollowing and thus causing a more aged appearance.
Your procedure may be performed both in the office while awake or in an operating room with sedation or general anesthesia. During your Buccal Fat Removal Brooklyn Plastic Surgeon Dr. Khelemsky takes about one hour unless you are having additional surgeries. She will administer a local anesthetic to numb the cheeks. A small incision is made on the inside of your cheek. The buccal fat pad contains several compartments that extend throughout the face, and the specific amount of buccal fat removed depends on each patient’s unique anatomy and needs. Dr. Khelemsky will then place dissolvable sutures on the inside of your cheeks.
Reduce your risk of side effects by following post-operative instructions. After their Buccal Fat Removal Brooklyn patients can expect to see a degree of swelling along the cheeks, but this will gradually subside in several days. You will have specific post-procedure instructions to follow for optimal healing, including consuming soft foods for several days following surgery and using a prescribed mouthwash to prevent infection. Patients may resume a normal diet after two weeks.
Enjoy the new definition of your face. Once your swelling dissipates, you will begin to see your results with subtle and gradual slimming along the lower cheek area. However, it takes about two to four months for your cheeks to fully settle into their new shape. The surgery is permanent. However, if you gain significant weight, your face and cheeks may get fuller.
There are many benefits to cheek reduction surgery; however, the first step is to ensure that you are an ideal candidate for this procedure. During your consultation, Dr. Renata Khelemsky will assess your areas of concern and level of expectations to determine if buccal fat pad removal is right for you. Learn more about buccal fat removal by scheduling a personalized consultation today.
Located at the foot of the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, our boutique luxury clinic resides in the heart of DUMBO, a thriving waterfront neighborhood in Northern Brooklyn overlooking the Manhattan skyline. RENATA Facial Cosmetic Surgery proudly serves our local Brooklyn neighborhoods, including Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, and Park Slope, as well as Queens, and Long Island City.
Dr. Renata Khelemsky is a fellowship-trained and double board-certified facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgeon. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and a diplomate of the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Renata achieves beautiful and natural transformations by working with her patients’ features to accentuate their unique beauty. Each personalized consultation begins with an in-depth analysis of the face, focusing on the multiple layers that determine our unique beauty.
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During your procedure, you will sense pain or discomfort because a local anesthetic is used. After surgery, minor discomfort is most commonly managed with over-the-counter medications.
Buccal fat removal is a safe and comfortable procedure for patients. Minor risks include bleeding, infection, discomfort, and mild facial asymmetry. Dr. Khelemsky will discuss all of the risks with you during your consultation.
Buccal Fat Pad Removal is cosmetic surgery and is not covered under medical insurance. However, financing and payment options may be available through CareCredit.
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