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Buccal Fat Removal
| Details |
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| Surgery Time |
| Return to Work |
| Full Recovery |
| Anaesthesia |
| Location |
| Information |
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| 45 - 60 minutes |
| 2 - 4 days |
| 2 - 3 weeks |
| Local Anaesthesia (Option for Sedation) |
| UK & Europe |
Buccal Fat Removal is a specialized facial contouring procedure designed to slim the cheeks and highlight the cheekbones. By carefully removing the buccal fat pads from the lower cheeks, this surgery sculpts the mid-face, turning “chubby” or round cheeks into a beautifully defined, chiseled V-shape.
Treatment
At Shumaila’s London, we ensure you never walk the path of your surgical journey alone. From your initial consultation through to your final transformational result, our dedicated medical experts will be by your side, providing compassionate and continuous support.
The Procedure
The buccal fat pad is a distinct pocket of fat naturally located in the lower cheek hollows. For some individuals, these pads are genetically prominent, creating a persistently round or “baby face” appearance regardless of body weight. Because this fat does not respond well to diet or exercise, surgical removal is the only definitive way to achieve a sculpted, mature facial contour.
At Shumaila’s London, we tailor every aspect of this treatment to your unique anatomy and aspirations, ensuring a premium experience that is synonymous with our brand.
Key Benefits
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Safety & Effectiveness
All Buccal Fat Removal procedures at Shumaila’s are performed by licensed surgeons with over 20 years of experience, operating exclusively in internationally accredited partner hospitals. Every procedure follows rigorous pre-operative assessment, intraoperative safety protocols, and comprehensive post-operative aftercare to ensure the highest standards of patient safety and clinical outcomes.
Pricing & Financing
0% finance options available. Ask your consultant for details.
Expect results in…
Day 1–3
Initial swelling and bruising is normal. Rest and follow aftercare instructions carefully.
Week 1–2
Dressings removed. Swelling begins to subside. Most patients feel comfortable at home.
Week 3–6
Visible improvement in contour and shape. Return to light activities as advised.
Month 2–3
Significant results visible. Residual swelling continues to resolve gradually.
Month 6–12
Final results fully established. Scars continue to mature and fade naturally.
Post-Operative Aftercare
Why choose Shumaila’s
for Buccal Fat Removal?
Frequent Asked Questions
There are completely no visible scars. The incisions are tiny and made entirely on the inside of your cheeks.
Our surgeons carefully remove only a partial, precise amount of the fat pad to ensure your face remains balanced and ages gracefully without looking gaunt.
Yes. Once the buccal fat pads are removed, they do not grow back.
Recovery is fast. You may experience some swelling (chipmunk cheeks) for a few days. You will need to stick to soft foods and use a special mouthwash for about a week.
Eating may feel slightly uncomfortable for a few days due to the internal stitches, but relying on soups and soft foods makes this easily manageable.
No. Buccal fat removal targets fullness in the mid-cheek. If you have sagging skin or jowls along the jawline, a lower facelift or neck liposuction is the appropriate treatment.
You will be prescribed a specialized antibacterial mouthwash to use after every meal. Maintaining meticulous oral hygiene is critical for the internal incisions to heal safely.
Yes, this is a very common and highly effective combination. Removing cheek fat while simultaneously sculpting the jawline and chin creates profound, model-like facial definition.
While the fat is removed immediately, post-operative swelling can mask the results. Your final, sculpted cheekbone definition will become fully apparent in about 3 to 6 months.
Yes. The incisions inside your cheeks are closed with dissolvable sutures that naturally fall out or absorb within 1 to 2 weeks, requiring no painful stitch-removal appointment.