Bichectomy
Introduction
Cheek Hollywood, have you heard this name? This name is given to thin and sculpted cheeks, and a defined jawline that gives a more aesthetic appearance to the face. You can get Hollywood cheeks through bichectomy, that is designed to narrow out the mid to lower part of the face.
Overview
Bichectomy, also called buccal fat removal, is the surgical removal of buccal fat pads located in the cheeks, which contribute to the fullness of the face. By removing buccal fat pads, facial contours can become slimmer and more defined. The operation is performed through small incisions made either under the chin or inside the mouth. After the buccal fat pads are removed, facial contours become more pronounced, resulting in a slimmer facial appearance.
Benefits of Bichectomy surgery
There are many benefits of bichectomy, listed below:
• Improves the symmetry of the face and in many cases helps the patient look younger
• A contoured face is achieved. Make up this area will be a thing of the past!
• Greater definition of the jawline is created.
• The facial oval is outlined and the face is elongated, obtaining a more stylized appearance.
• The results of the bichectomy are permanent; the bichat balls do not reappear over time.
• The surgery does not leave visible scars because the intervention is performed from inside the mouth.
prepare for Bichectomy surgery
Before bichectomy surgery, the surgeon may provide specific instructions regarding medication, smoking, and fasting. It is essential to follow these guidelines to ensure a successful procedure and minimize risks.
Your doctor will also discuss the anesthesia options with you. Bichectomy can be performed under general anesthesia (with the patient asleep) or local anesthesia (when only the face is numbed). When performed without other concurrent procedures, buccal fat removal is often done in a doctor’s office under local anesthesia.
If you are having general anesthesia, you may be instructed not to eat or drink anything the night before and the day of your surgery. For local numbing anesthesia, this is usually not necessary.
Be sure to arrange for someone to drive you home after your surgery if it is performed under general anesthesia
steps of bichectomy procedure
The basic steps of bichectomy are as follows:
Step 1 – Anesthesia Application:
During the operation, the patient is put under anesthesia to ensure they are asleep and feel no pain.The operation can be performed both under local anesthesia and under general anesthesia.
Step 2 – The incision:
The surgical team typically makes small incisions inside the patient’s mouth, usually in the natural creases of the cheeks. These incisions are designed to be hidden from view externally and leave no prominent scars after the surgery.
Step 3 –Identification of Buccal Fat Pads:
Through the incisions, the surgeon identifies the buccal fat pads located inside the cheeks. These fat pads contribute to the fullness of the face.
Step 4 – Removal of Buccal Fat Pads:
Carefully, the surgeon removes the buccal fat pads, allowing for a slimmer and more defined facial appearance.
Step 5 –Closure of Incisions:
After the buccal fat pads are removed, the surgeon closes the incisions with sutures. These sutures help securely close the surgical site and expedite the healing process
Step 6 – See the results:
Final results are expected within a few weeks of the surgery, but might take longer as the face settles into its new shape.
recovery after bichectomy
After bichectomy surgery, patients will be provided with a special mouthwash to prevent infection, as well as instructions on how to care for the incisions.
Given the locations of the incisions, patients should stick to a liquid diet for the first few days after the bichectomy, then progress gradually from soft foods to a normal diet. The wounds should heal within two weeks.
Bruising and swelling of the face is to be expected, and ice packs can be used to reduce swelling and pain. The swelling in your face will start to go down after a week and will gradually fade away.
Risks and complications of bichectomy
Bichectomy surgery risks include:
• Swelling and bruising:
Swelling and bruising may occur in the cheeks after bichectomy. This typically diminishes over time but can be pronounced at the beginning of the healing process.
• Pain and discomfort:
Pain and discomfort after surgery are common. However, pain relievers prescribed by the surgeon and specific care instructions usually help manage this process.
• Temporary sensory changes:
Temporary sensory changes in the cheek area may occur after surgery. This occurs due to the procedure performed on the cheek tissue.
• Infection:
Like any surgical procedure, there is a risk of infection after bichectomy. This risk is higher in non-sterile operations not performed by a specialist surgeon.
• Asymmetry:
Ensuring equal thinning of the cheeks can be challenging, and asymmetry may occur in some cases. The experience and skill of the surgeon can help minimize such situations.
What is the bichectomy surgery?
Bichectomy, also called buccal fat removal, is the surgical removal of buccal fat pads located in the cheeks, which contribute to the fullness of the face.
What are the benefits of bichectomy surgery?
There are many benefits of bichectomy, listed below:
• Improves the symmetry of the face and in many cases helps the patient look younger
• A contoured face is achieved. Make up this area will be a thing of the past!
• Greater definition of the jawline is created.
• The facial oval is outlined and the face is elongated, obtaining a more stylized appearance.
• The results of the bichectomy are permanent; the bichat balls do not reappear over time.
• The surgery does not leave visible scars because the intervention is performed from inside the mouth.
What kind of anesthesia is used for bichectomy surgery?
Bichectomy can be performed under general anesthesia (with the patient asleep) or local anesthesia (when only the face is numbed).
Where are the incisions for bichectomy?
The surgical team typically makes small incisions inside the patient’s mouth, usually in the natural creases of the cheeks.
When can I see the final results of bichectomy?
Final results are expected within a few weeks of the surgery, but might take longer as the face settles into its new shape.
Are there bruising and swelling after bichectomy?
Bruising and swelling of the face is to be expected, and ice packs can be used to reduce swelling and pain.
How long does swelling last after bichectomy?
The swelling in your face will start to go down after a week and will gradually fade away.
Results
Bichectomy is an elective plastic surgery procedure to remove fat in the lower cheek, which gives the bottom part of the face a narrower shape and emphasizes the cheekbones and jawline.
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