Laser Bichectomy – Buccal Fat removal

What is Laser Bichectomy? Advantage, Risks and Post-treatment

A face for many people represents beauty, care, age, youth. However, for those it means attractive, they choose to request procedures that help them improve their facial aesthetics, and one of the parts of the face that in recent years is being the most attended are the cheeks.

To attend to their facial aesthetics, a Bichectomy is used, a simple and outpatient surgery, which today is even easier thanks to the laser, which is known as laser bichectomy.

The procedure is distinguished by being minimally invasive, in which the bags of fat called Bichat bags are removed. Thanks to this, a more stylized and harmonious face are achieved. Because it stylizes the face, the cheekbones stand out.

The Bichectomy has been designed to correct those faces that present excessive roundness and are looking to lose weight. After performing the procedure, the effect of having lost weight will undoubtedly be obtained.

What does the procedure consist of?

The procedure is completely ambulatory and takes an estimated time of between 20 and 30 minutes. The specialist is responsible for removing excess fat deposited on the cheeks, also known as Bichat fat bags.

Bichat bags are responsible for making the face look round. Its only function is to provide better suction during breastfeeding. On the other hand, it is in this area where high-calorie fat is stored. It can happen over the years that volume is lost, or on the contrary, they increase their size without presenting any type of reduction.

Laser Bichectomy is one of the simplest techniques of recent times, which focuses on removing those bags of fat that cause a moon-shaped face.

To start, the specialist is in charge of applying only local anesthesia and proceeds to make an incision using the laser. Still, since it is so tiny, no type of posterior suture is necessary.

As for its results, you can see a natural and well-balanced face. Also, it is worth mentioning that thanks to this procedure’s simplicity, it is possible to perform other interventions in the same visit, such as rhinoplasty, cheek implants, or facial rejuvenation, to mention a few examples.

However, for those patients who decide to perform different cosmetic procedures in the same session, the doctor will opt for another type of anesthesia to avoid pain.

Advantages of laser Bichectomy:

In short, the results that are achieved are spectacular, perfect for providing an elongated face with the almost immediate appearance of having lost weight. Both conventional Bichectomy and Laser Bichectomy allow excellent results, but the latter has great advantages, such as:

• The patient has less inflammation.
• The incision is more precise, and there is no bleeding.
• Recovery in the postoperative period is faster.
• There is a lower rate of presence of edema in the postoperative period.

Risks of laser Bichectomy:

Just because it is a minimally invasive procedure does not mean that there are no risks. It is a surgical intervention that requires to be carried out by a plastic surgery professional with extensive experience in the area, which means that it will not cause permanent damage to health or physicality. Both professionals and people who have undergone this type of intervention recommend ensuring that the specialist has a valid medical license and recognition.

However, the Bichat bags are found near arteries, facial nerves, and excretory ducts of saliva; therefore, they can cause facial pain and alterations in saliva production if injured. Hemorrhage and facial paralysis are also part of the risks of a laser bichectomy.

This is also one of the reversible cosmetic surgeries, which means that in case of not obtaining the desired results or in case of regret, the fat can be placed again. In these cases, the fat is obtained from another part of the same patient’s body, which does not represent any risk.

To appreciate excellent results and reduce risks, the specialist is in charge of conducting follow-up reviews of the patient. Since the revisions begin in the preoperative period and continue in the postoperative period. The purpose of these reviews is to know if the person presents a general state of health in perfect condition before the surgery and its result.

Post-treatment in laser Bichectomy:

Again we remember that Bichectomy is performed on an outpatient basis. If it was the only procedure that has been carried out on the patient in a single intervention, the anesthesia used is local. Once the surgery has been completed, medications will be prescribed to lessen the appearance of discomfort caused by the Bichectomy.

When performed under local anesthesia, the patient is awake for the 15 to 30 minutes that the surgery lasts, and once it is finished, they can return to their daily activities. Still, you will have to carry out some recommendations.

For greater safety, it is recommended that the patient attend another person’s company, who can also assist the intervened person, being advisable to accompany them during the first day of rest. On the second day, the patient can return to his daily activities. Still, it is necessary that you avoid physical activity and consuming hard foods, and avoid sun exposure to reduce bleeding.

On the other hand, the patient needs to know that after laser Bichectomy the results will not be seen immediately; Instead, you will have to wait 30 to 45 days to notice a more defined face. It is normal for bruises to appear in the intervened area. However, these will disappear with the passage of time.

Any questions you may have regarding Bichectomy with laser, you should consult with the surgeon who will give you the confidence. Moreover, always get backed by the same experienced doctor.