Bichectomy

Bichectomy, also known as removal of fat from the cheeks (buccal fat removal), is the procedure surgical responsible for the removal of the adipose tissue or mass of fat located beneath the the cheekbones (Bichat pads) to achieve a face that is more refined and slimmer.

A bichectomy is a procedure cosmetic quick and painless, which is carried out inside the mouth, particularly recommended for those people who have a face too round, with cheeks very full, especially if this roundness does not match the rest of her body.

Thanks to this procedure, which is simple and minimally invasive, we are going to reduce the cheeks and achieve a greater projection of the cheekbones and the angles of the jaw, which increases the overall attractiveness of the face, both in women and in men.

Advantages of bichectomy

• Create a look that makes your face look slimmer
• Corrects the cheeks plumpness or the appearance chubby of face of a baby (correction of the cheek of the cheekbones) with a natural look
• For men, it helps achieve a sculpted, athletic look.
• Boosts self-confidence and self-esteem
• Enhances the contour of the upper cheekbone
• Makes the cheekbones appear to be more prominent and with more definition
• Improves the contour of the lower jawline.
• It does not affect the muscles involved in chewing nor the movement of the face.

Having a pair of chubby cheeks can make a person look more a9> look fuller, even though they have a slender body. The size of the cheeks cannot be reduced by losing weight through diet or exercise. It is necessary to undergo a minor surgical procedure: bichectomy.

Dr San Miguel and his team perform bichectomy in Barcelona without any risk, since these these glands (Bichat’s pads) consisting of fat have no special function whatsoever, they simply accumulate fat in the cheeks, so that when they are removed, the facial contour becomes more defined.

What is the post-operative period following a bichectomy

A bichectomy takes about 30 to 60 minutes. The post-operative period is short and similar to that of a tooth extraction.

• Following the surgical procedure, a compression bandage is applied to the area, which is removed after a few hours.
• It is necessary to rest as much as possible between the three and the five days after the operation.
• To prevent possible infections, antibiotics are prescribed for the first week and it is recommended to maintain better oral hygiene.
• To reduce swelling, it is recommended to apply cold to the area of the cheeks for the first few days.
• Your diet during the first few days will consist mainly of liquids, the surgeon will prescribe the intake of solid foods.
• The majority of habits and practices such as sport can be carried out in normal from the age of 15 days.

Results of the bichectomy

The results of the bichectomy are permanent, since the fat deposits of fat in the Bichat pads do not depend on variations caused by diets or exercise and largely determined by prominence is determined by genetics.

By removing the pouches of fat under the cheekbones, the results of the bichectomy are immediate and permanent, although we must bear in mind that the first days the area will be swollen as a result of the procedure, so that the final results will not, usually, will not be fully visible until the end of the first month.

By removing the bags of fat under the eyes, the width of the cheeks is reduced, the face is slimmer and the cheekbones are enhanced, as a result of this aesthetic effect we achieve a face that is more slimmed down, harmonious and elongated.

It is recommended to have it between the ages of 18 and 30 years, as the facial tissues will have greater capacity to adapt and we will thus avoid a possible slight sagging of the face over time.

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