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Buccal fat removal against hamster cheeks

Not happy with your bulging cheeks and want a tighter facial contour? SkinSurgery Clincs is the leading clinic in the Netherlands for buccal fat removal. Read more

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Buccal fat removal treatment

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Consultation with the doctor

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Consultation with the doctor

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Treatment to remove buccal fat is always preceded by a no-obligation consultation. In a personal meeting with our surgeons in a relaxed setting, you can ask all your questions, discuss your wishes and express your expectations about the treatment.

Our concerned specialist will assess your eligibility for buccal fat removal and give you clear explanations about the treatment, aftercare, risks, costs and the expected natural end result. Photographs are taken before the treatment and later placed next to post-treatment photos.

We fully understand how you feel. We are happy to guide you through he process from A to Z. With a specially developed after-care protocol, you will recover smoothly with minimal swelling and bruising.

Got curious or have personal questions for the surgeon? Book a no-obligation consultation. We will be happy to talk to you.

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Treatment

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Treatment

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This procedure is suitable for clients who have convex and oval faces with the typical hamster cheeks. This may be due to weight gain or determined by a genetic cause. The procedure is performed after a small anaesthetic in the mouth and fat is removed through a small incision in the cheek mucosa. It therefore does not result in visible scars. The procedure takes about 45-60 minutes. Swelling and bruising are minimal. You could return to work the next day.

Benefits of Buccal fat removal:

  • Improving facial contour and symmetry
  • Rejuvenation of the face
  • No visible scars
  • Short recovery time
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Aftercare

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Aftercare

It takes an average of 2 weeks to see the final effect of the procedure. After the swelling subsides (duration 1-2 weeks), the tissue settles down and the cheeks look more defined and contoured.

After surgery, we advise:

- In the first week after treatment, do not press, push, lift or bend.
- We advise you not to smoke. Smoking increases the risk of complications.
- Avoid intensive chewing of solid food.
- Do not drink hot drinks, such as tea or coffee, first 24 hr after your procedure
- Do not undertake heavy and strenuous work or sporting activities during the first few weeks.

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Risks

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Risks

The procedure has few risks and is done under local anaesthetic.

Possible complications include swelling, post-bleeding, pain when chewing and, very rarely, nerve damage.

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No more hamster cheeks

Your disturbing hamster cheeks and asymmetrical facial profile disappear with expert and safe buccal fat removal. Your face is balanced again.

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Hamster cheek removal

SkinSurgery Clinics is a leader in buccal fat removal, also known as cheek fat removal or buccal lipectomy. You pay a transparent, flat rate. The value for money is excellent. Treatment is rarely reimbursed by health insurance companies.

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Buccal fat removal

SkinSurgery Clinics is the only clinic in the Netherlands to offer buccal fat removal as a treatment for hamster cheeks. Read the experiences of our clients who previously underwent this treatment here. The result of buccal fat removal is permanent, which makes it a popular and effective procedure.

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Top kliniek!

Reception like the other times, all cordial. Immediately inquired about my previous treatment, a bucal fat removal. A short wait for the doctor, immediately the offer of a cup of tea. Now I was here for treatment. This doctor too took the time to give advice and answer my questions. I still have to wait a while for the result. I feel I was taken seriously at this clinic.

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Buccal fat removal treatment

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Buccal fat removal (removal of fat near the cheeks)

Do you suffer from hamster cheeks? Or do you want tighter contours in your face? The only one in the Netherlands, SkinSurgery Clinics offers buccal fat removal treatment, also known as cheek fat removal or buccal lipectomy.

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Frequently asked questions

Buccal fat removal

Do you have a question that is not answered? Feel free to contact us Monday to Sunday, between 08:00 and 22:00, at the following number or email.

How long is the recovery after buccal fat removal?

You may be a little swollen for a week after the procedure and your cheeks may feel sore. You won't feel sick otherwise, so you should be able to resume your daily activities fine after a few days. If you experience a lot of swelling, you can take some rest and cool your cheeks with cold packs. All swelling should completely disappear within two to three weeks.

How is buccal fat removed?

The procedure is performed under local anesthesia. The surgeon then makes small incisions on the inside of your cheeks. Then, the fat is located and removed. This may feel tight, but is not painful. Once the fat is removed, the incisions are closed with dissolvable sutures. Most people tolerate the procedure well and compare it to a dental procedure, which also requires you to lie with your mouth open. You will be sent home with antibiotics to prevent infection and advised to rinse your mouth regularly with mouthwash.

What are disadvantages of buccal fat removal?

There is a small risk of damaging the buccal nerve that allows you to properly pucker your lips. These risks are obviously reduced if you have the treatment performed by a qualified, experienced surgeon.

What are the benefits of buccal fat removal?

This procedure leaves no visible scars because the buccal fat is removed through the inside of the mouth. The final results are permanent, even if you gain weight. Recovery time is minimal; most patients return to work after three days. By removing the buccal fat pad, cheek volume decreases and the cheekbones and cheeks appear more defined. This makes it an ideal procedure for adults who suffer from a baby face or hamster cheeks.

Who is buccal fat removal suitable for?

Buccal fat removal is a good treatment for patients who feel their face is too round or chubby, or who suffer from jowls. It creates a slimmer face with more contours and shape in the lower part of the face. While you can have chubby cheeks or a round face without being overweight, it's important to determine whether excess weight is the cause of the chubbier cheeks. In that case, this treatment is less suitable, as removing the buccal fat will likely not produce the desired results. You can also have broad cheeks due to overdeveloped jaw muscles. In that case, removing buccal fat wouldn't necessarily help, but we can use an injectable to relax the masseter muscle, which will slim your face over time. However, this treatment doesn't provide permanent results and would need to be repeated. Do you also suffer from a persistent double chin in addition to jowls? In that case, face slimming would be a better fit. Face slimming removes not only buccal fat but also the fat around the jawline, which causes a double chin. Our specialists are happy to discuss the various treatments and which one is best for you during a personal consultation.

Will my double chin also diminish if I have my buccal fat removed?

The treatment in which buccal fat is removed is going to provide more contour and definition to your face. Your cheekbones become more prominent, your bulging cheeks are reduced and your jawline gets more definition. However, sometimes there can be a stubborn double chin, a double chin that you cannot exercise or diet away. Despite the fact that a buccal fat removal helps to give more shape to your face, it may not be enough to completely get the results you are looking for. Especially for people who want just a little more definition and suffer from a double chin in addition to bulging cheeks, you can come to us for a unique face slimming treatment. This treatment is unique because it is not offered in any other clinic in the Netherlands. It is a treatment in which the treatment to remove buccal fat is combined with liposuction of the neck to eliminate double chin fat as well. It gives natural but long-lasting results: the fat usually does not return, provided a healthy lifestyle is maintained. Want more information or this, or any other treatment? Schedule a no-obligation consultation, our specialists will be happy to discuss the options with you.

What exactly is buccal fat removal?

Buccal fat removal is a procedure commonly performed in Asia, the Middle East, and the USA. To add facial definition, it's sometimes necessary to contour the cheeks. This can be achieved with makeup. Alternatively, by removing the buccal fat pad, cheek volume decreases and the cheekbones and cheeks appear more defined. The procedure is performed under mild anesthesia in the mouth, and the fat is removed through a small incision in the buccal mucosa. Therefore, there are no visible scars. The aforementioned results cannot be guaranteed. Results vary from person to person. We cannot make any specific statements about how your body will respond to certain treatments or products.
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