Buccal Fat Removal: What You Need to Know!

• Location: Often performed in the office or combined with other facial contouring procedures, such as neck liposuction or a deep neck lift.
• Incisions: Made inside the mouth, hidden from view.
• Downtime: Most patients recover in 5–7 days, with swelling lasting 1–2 weeks. Bruising is typically minimal.
• Discomfort: Generally mild, with most patients reporting little to no pain after the first day.

Proper care ensures smooth healing:

• Oral hygiene is critical. Patients use an antibiotic mouthwash twice daily for the first week and rinse with water after meals.
• Diet: Soft foods and liquids are recommended during the first days to avoid strain on the incisions.
• Follow-up: Any unusual pain or swelling should be reported to your surgeon immediately.

Buccal fat removal results vary by patient. Some see improvements right away, while others notice changes gradually over several weeks to months. Most patients describe their face as slimmer, more contoured, and better defined overall.

Because buccal fat is a deeper fat pad, the results tend to look subtle yet natural, not like a drastic alteration.