Treatment

Buccal fat removal Utrecht

Not happy with your hamster cheeks? Want tighter contours and an 'upswept' look? Skin + Surgery is the clinic in Utrecht for buccal fat removal.

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Consultation with doctor

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Consultation with doctor

Treatment to remove buccal fat in Utrecht 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 the process from A to Z. With a specially developed after-care protocol, you will recover smoothly with minimal swelling and bruising.

Have you become curious or have personal questions for the surgeon? Book a no-obligation consultation for your buccal fat removal in Utrecht. We will be happy to talk to you.

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Treatment

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Treatment

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 in Leidsche Rijn:

  • 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.

Buccal fat removal Utrecht (removal of fat near the cheeks)

Buccal fat removal Utrecht - Bulging cheeks, also known as hamster cheeks, can sometimes make you look fuller than you are. In fact, you can always have hamster cheeks, even if you are thin! Do you suffer from your hamster cheeks and find they don't match the rest of your body? Then you can opt for buccal fat removal in Utrecht at Skin + Surgery. Currently, we are the only clinic offering buccal fat removal in the Netherlands and according to our clients, we do it very well. You can read the reviews here.

Buccal fat removal, also known as cheek fat removal or buccal lipectomy, removes the fat in the lower cheek, instantly giving your face more definition and tighter contours. This is the procedure that permanently removes hamster cheeks. The size of buccal fat varies from person to person and depends on several factors, such as genes and ancestry. Weight does not affect this fat. Generally, people of Asian or Middle Eastern descent suffer more from large amounts of buccal fat.

Buccal fat removal in Utrecht is minimally invasive and a relatively safe procedure. You will not have any visible scars, as the fat is removed through a small incision in the mouth. For the first two weeks after the procedure, the cheeks may still look a little puffy. It looks like you had a good dentist. After two weeks, you start to see the beautiful results. A face that looks slimmer more defined. After six months, you will see the full results of buccal fat removal in Utrecht.

Buccal fat removal in Utrecht can be well combined with other treatments. This depends on your wishes and what suits your face and is possible. If you suffer from sagging skin, it is an option to add the Dr Tha-In Signature Lift to the procedure. Do you have a prominent double chin in addition to hamster cheeks? Then the face slimming treatment is a great addition. Our specialists will be happy to work with you and see which treatments will be suitable to give you the best results.

Buccal fat removal Utrecht

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Buccal fat removal prices in Utrecht

Prices and fees

Skin + Surgery is the specialist in buccal fat removal. You can find the price of a buccal fat removal treatment in Utrecht, on the right. Skin + Surgery offers a transparent and fixed rate with the perfect value for money. In most cases, this treatment is not reimbursed by the health insurer.

My experience: buccal fat removal

"Now that my hamster cheeks are gone, I only notice how much it has affected my self-image."

Are you curious about buccal fat removal? And would you like to know how this procedure works? Many people have gone before you and are happy to share their experience with you. Read Samira's blog now, in which she writes how she experienced the treatment and what she thinks of the result. Do you have any questions about Irene's experience? We would be happy to answer them during a no-obligation consultation.

Advantages and disadvantages of Buccal fat removal in Utrecht

Buccal fat removal in Utrecht could be the solution to reduce your full face and get more defined facial contours. Skin + Surgery has gathered all the pros and cons for you.

Advantages:

  • The procedure is permanent
  • Buccal fat removal in Utrecht is a quick procedure that is completed within an hour.
  • It results in a slimmer face
  • Your natural, youthful facial contours are emphasised
  • It significantly reduces bulging cheeks and can create a modelling 'look'.
  • Buccal fat removal in Utrecht can help boost your self-esteem
  • The procedure can provide a more lifted appearance

Cons:

  • You suffer from swelling for a fortnight. It looks like your wisdom teeth have been pulled out. After two weeks, you can see the first results. After six months, you can see the full results.
  • There is always a risk of bruising and infection, although this is extremely rare for this procedure.

Accessibility buccal fat removal Utrecht

Are you living in the Utrecht region? Are you from Leidsche Rijn, Zeist, Amersfoort, or Veenendaal? Skin + Surgery is the specialist in your area. We will help you get rid of your hamster cheeks with our buccal fat removal treatment in Utrecht.

 

The central location of our clinic in Leidsche Rijn means we are easy to reach by car but also by public transport. Plan your journey with Google Maps here. Do you live in the Rotterdam and The Hague area? Then our clinics in The Hague and Bergschenhoek are easier to reach.

Buccal fat removal results in Utrecht

Results of buccal fat removal

Skin + Surgery Clinics is currently the only clinic nationwide to offer buccal fat removal as a treatment for hamster cheeks. We do this in three different clinics: Rotterdam, Bergschenhoek (near The Hague) and Utrecht. Buccal fat removal is a popular and permanent treatment we offer in Utrecht. Want to read about the experiences of clients who have gone before you? Find the reviews here.

Mandy - Eyelid surgery

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Excellent service

I was 1000% pleased with the treatment. I was very well talked through everything and put at ease. I can't say anything about the end result yet, because I'm still wearing patches.

Hanna

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A nice and familiar feeling

She gave me the familiar feeling I had not had before this. The calmness she exudes, the time she takes for you and her honesty.

Addie - Eyelid surgery

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Excellent

Anaesthetic unpleasant but everything painless afterwards. Fine and friendly guidance. Quiet environment with pleasant staff.

Anonymous - Peeling

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Zeker een aanrader

Peeling gehad, super geholpen met de behandeling. Vond het wel een beetje eng maar het resultaat is super mooi. Ik krijg veel complimenten over mijn mooie huid zonder pigment vlekken. Zeer goede nazorg ook. Zeker een aanrader.

Anonymous - Pubic lip surgery

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Perfect

The doctor and assistant are super sweet, put you at ease and also very knowledgeable. The app of skin+surgery is also very nice to keep track of the recovery and you can always contact them with questions

Marianne - Eyelid surgery

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Very pleasant experience

The intake was very pleasant, time was taken and clear explanations given. The correction was done in a pleasant atmosphere and I am very happy with the result. Aftercare is also done carefully and with attention. I benefited a lot from the app. All my questions were answered there and I was given good instructions.

Buccal fat removal Utrecht

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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.

Avoid intensive chewing of solid food and avoid anything too hot or spicy for at least 24 hours to avoid irritating the incisions in your cheeks.

You should not press, push, lift or bend for the first few weeks. Sport is allowed again after 2 weeks.

How is buccal fat removed?

The procedure is performed with a local anaesthetic. The surgeon then makes small incisions on the inside of your cheeks.

The fat is then searched for and removed. This may cause a pulling sensation, but is not painful. Once the fat is removed, the incisions are sutured with soluble sutures.

Most people undergo the procedure well, comparing it to treatment at the dentist, where you also have to lie with your mouth open.

You will be sent home with antibiotics to prevent infection and the advice to rinse your mouth regularly with mouthwash.

What are disadvantages of buccal fat removal?

You may experience some swelling, which initially makes it look like you've actually grown chubbier cheeks. This will subside over time.

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?

You will not leave any visible scars from this procedure, as 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, with most patients returning to work after three days.

By removing the buccal fat pad volume, the cheek volume decreases and the cheekbones and cheeks look more defined. This makes this 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 suffer from hamster cheeks. It creates a slimmer face with more contour and shape in the lower part of the face.

While you can have chubby cheeks or round face without it meaning you are overweight, it is good to establish whether being overweight is not the cause of the chubby cheeks. Indeed, in that case, this treatment is less suitable because removing the buccal fat is probably not going to give the desired results.

You can also have wide cheeks due to overdeveloped jaw muscles. In that case, removing buccal fat would not necessarily help, but we can use an injectable to relax the masseter muscle, which will cause your face to slim down over time. However, this is a treatment that does not give permanent results, and would have to be repeated.

Besides hamster cheeks, do you also suffer from a stubborn double chin? In that case, face slimming treatment would suit you better. Face slimming removes not only buccal fat, but also the fat around the jawline that causes a double chin. Of course, our specialists will be happy to discuss the different treatments and which one suits you best 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 often performed in Asia, the Middle East and USA. To bring definition to the face, it is sometimes necessary to contour the cheeks. You can do this with make-up. Or by removing the 'buccal fat pad', the cheek volume decreases and the cheekbones and cheeks look more defined.

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 previously mentioned results cannot be guaranteed. Results vary from person to person. We cannot make concrete statements about how your body reacts to certain treatments or products.

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Doctor Thanya Tha-In is one of the founders of SkinSurgery Clinics and studied medicine at Erasmus University in Rotterdam. Thanya looks beyond the area to be treated and is genuinely interested in you as a person. With care and attention, she explains your options and is realistic in the expected result. This applies to treatment with injectables, but equally to surgery.

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Dr. Kristel Woltman is not only a cosmetic surgeon but also a general surgeon. Her passion extends beyond enhancing beauty; she is equally dedicated to improving overall well-being. Many of her treatments are medically motivated. Known for her meticulous approach and unwavering commitment, Dr. Kristel prioritizes natural-looking results. She believes in preserving individuality, stating, "I value uniqueness and shy away from artificiality.''

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Drs Wong is a true all-rounder within Skin+Surgery Clinics. She is a perfectionist and always strives to achieve the most beautiful result. "I gained my experience in general surgery and surgery. During my cosmetic medicine training, things kept coming up, allowing me to broaden my horizons. Within Skin+Surgery, I have specialised in injectables and surgical treatments."

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Drs Beekman is a passionate and skilled cosmetic doctor at SkinSurgery. She works very precisely and always strives for the most natural result. The cosmetic aspect of medicine has always interested her because of the fine dexterity and precise way of working. Drs Vivian Beekman likes to highlight all facets of cosmetic medicine. "Within Skin+Surgery, these facets come together nicely, which has allowed me to specialise in injectables and surgical treatments such as eyelid correction."

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Drs Suzanne van Soest is a highly skilled and passionate cosmetic doctor with an undeniable dedication and passion for beauty. With her extensive knowledge and experience in aesthetic medicine, she has built a reputation as a reliable and experienced specialist in her field.

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Buccal fat removal Utrecht

No more bulging cheeks!

Hamster cheeks look endearing and can be quite beautiful. Yet they can also bother you. Asymmetry is more likely because the amount of fat stored varies from cheek to cheek. You can get more contour, definition and shape in your face by opting for buccal fat removal at Skin + Surgery in Leidsche Rijn. Get your face back in balance and request a no-obligation consultation.

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