I am have Buccal fat removal surgery (Bichectomy). I also need to have some dental work done. How much time should I wait after the bichectomy before I beging my dental work. Thank you.
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Answer: How long after Buccal Fat Removal Surgery should you wait to have dental work done? = ask your surgeon #buccalfat
Buccal fat excision is a fairly quick procedure. To allow time for preparation and anesthesia, the whole procedure takes approximately one hour.
The recovery time after buccal fat excision is rather quick. After the procedure, you will have a few stitches from the small incisions made on the ...
Facial contouring
Buccal fat pad removal is a great operation when performed in properly selected patients and not just utilized haphazardly to create enhanced definition in a face. If your lower cheeks or submalar area (the area below your cheekbones themselves) are somewhat thin or...
Ultrasound is not as precise as buccal fat removal and may harm existing tissues. An experienced surgeon can remove buccal fat in the office in minutes, usually quite comfortably. Buccal fat removal will be more precise and reliable. Facial piercings should be removed prior to the pr...