Fat located deep within the cheeks
Buccal fat removal targets the buccal fat pads, which are deposits of fat deep within the cheeks. It differs from a skin treatment or a facelift: its aim is to change the volume in this area.
FACE · ISTANBUL, TURKEY
Buccal fat removalThe harmony of your face.
Buccal fat removal involves removing some of the fat deep within the cheeks, known as the buccal fat pads. The assessment considers facial volume and how it may change with age before this change in contour is considered.
An individual assessmentTime to decide
THE RIGHT QUESTIONS, FROM THE START
Clarify what you would like.
A consultation relates the change you would like to your anatomy. Prepare these points to understand the proposed procedure, its limitations and the recovery arrangements.
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Cheek volume and facial balance
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Whether the proposed procedure suits your anatomy
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Long-term effects to discuss with your surgeon
UNDERSTANDING THE TREATMENT
A considered approach to refining the cheeks.
How it works, the choices to discuss and recovery to prepare for: guidance for your consultation.
A face that changes with age
The examination must take account of the width of the face and its current volume. In an already slim face, removing this fat may accentuate a hollow appearance over time. Whether the procedure is appropriate therefore deserves careful discussion.
How the procedure works
Access is usually through an incision inside the mouth. The surgeon explains how much fat will be removed, the anaesthesia and recovery. Having no visible skin scar does not mean there are no risks.
Prepare for recovery inside the mouth
Ask for instructions on eating, oral hygiene and resuming activities. Swelling may hide the contours at first; follow-up allows healing and changes in the cheeks to be assessed.
Delicate structures nearby
Asymmetry, infection or prolonged swelling are among the possible complications. Damage to a salivary duct or a branch of the facial nerve is another risk to discuss with the surgeon.
This is general information. A medical assessment determines whether treatment is appropriate, your individual risks and the instructions suited to you.
AN INFORMED DECISIONYour consultation.
Your consultation.
Clear answers.
Initial contact opens the conversation. A medical assessment then examines your situation, the options and what they involve.
Your situation
Your expectations, medical history and the information needed for an assessment.
The possibilities
The proposed options, alternatives and their limitations in your case.
What it involves
The risks, recovery, restrictions and the possibility of a result that differs from your expectations.
Follow-up care
Appointments, contacts and care arrangements if a problem arises.
BEFORE & AFTERJourneys,
Journeys,
results.
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EXAMPLE 01
Buccal fat removal
Everyone is different. These examples do not predict your outcome. An individual assessment is necessary.
BEFORE YOU DECIDEThe details
The details
matter too.
A treatment plan includes the procedure and everything around it.
Understand your journey01
The schedule
Distinguish between procedure time, length of stay, recovery and follow-up appointments.
02
The budget
Ask for a written quote detailing the treatments, included services, any additional costs and the applicable terms.
03
Ask my questions on WhatsAppReturning home
Identify your contacts, instructions and follow-up arrangements before booking your trip.
BUCCAL FAT REMOVAL / YOUR QUESTIONSBefore you take
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Before you take
the first step.
Find out more: ASPS — Buccal fat removalIs buccal fat removal suitable for every face?
No. Cheek volume, facial structure and how the face changes over time all inform the decision. In an already slim face, removing fat may make the cheeks look more hollow over time.
What should be clarified during the consultation?
The areas involved, the amount of fat being considered and the long-term effects. Also ask where the incisions will be, what to expect afterwards and which alternatives are appropriate for your circumstances.
What should I prepare for the first conversation?
Tell us which treatment interests you and the questions you would like to ask. The team will explain what information is useful for an assessment. To get started, you can contact them directly on WhatsApp or by email from the Contact us page.
How much time should I allow?
The schedule depends on your assessment and treatment plan. Ask separately about time on site, recovery time, travel restrictions and the checks to plan for.
How can I find out the cost of my treatment?
Your quote should match your treatment plan. Check the services included, any costs you will need to cover and the terms for cancellation or additional care.
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