I had buccal fat removal 5 weeks ago but I do not see a difference. Is this normal? Am I swollen? When will I see the results? I also had rhinoplasty and chin implant.
Answer: Buccal fat pad recovery Buccal Fat Pad removal has a significant recovery time until results are seen. This is because edema (swelling) is inevitable whenever you remove tissue and create a potential space. I would agree with most other MDs that it is around the 3 month mark where you will see the true results. The bodies cells fill this area and start the healing process. This is a surgery and will take time to heal. Once it heals it is this potential space that becomes scarred down and then gives that narrowed look that was sought after. Best of lock with your recovery, DrC
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Buccal fat pad recovery Buccal Fat Pad removal has a significant recovery time until results are seen. This is because edema (swelling) is inevitable whenever you remove tissue and create a potential space. I would agree with most other MDs that it is around the 3 month mark where you will see the true results. The bodies cells fill this area and start the healing process. This is a surgery and will take time to heal. Once it heals it is this potential space that becomes scarred down and then gives that narrowed look that was sought after. Best of lock with your recovery, DrC
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Recovery after Buccal Fat Pad Removal Hi @Sharpie The results are immediate and permanent after Buccal Fat Pad Removal. The fat pad does not return. After any procedure there is an element of swelling and healing which gets better each day. Buccal Fat Pad Removal produces immediate results after the short one hour procedure. It is associated with mild pain, swelling and minimal bruising. The pain and discomfort only last a few days. The swelling peaks at about the third day and then continues to fade over the next 7-10 days. Dr. Karan Chopra Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon Face * Body * Breast Expert
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Recovery after Buccal Fat Pad Removal Hi @Sharpie The results are immediate and permanent after Buccal Fat Pad Removal. The fat pad does not return. After any procedure there is an element of swelling and healing which gets better each day. Buccal Fat Pad Removal produces immediate results after the short one hour procedure. It is associated with mild pain, swelling and minimal bruising. The pain and discomfort only last a few days. The swelling peaks at about the third day and then continues to fade over the next 7-10 days. Dr. Karan Chopra Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon Face * Body * Breast Expert
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October 29, 2018
Answer: How Long Does It Take to See the Results of Buccal Fat Removal? = 12 weeks or 3 months The final results after buccal fat removal are seeing once all the swelling in the face is resolved. This is in 12 weeks (3 months) after this plastic surgery procedure.
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Answer: How Long Does It Take to See the Results of Buccal Fat Removal? = 12 weeks or 3 months The final results after buccal fat removal are seeing once all the swelling in the face is resolved. This is in 12 weeks (3 months) after this plastic surgery procedure.
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January 20, 2019
Answer: Usually takes 3 months Results from buccal fat removal may take several weeks to months. It is good to know how much fat was removed. I typically show my patients how much was removed so that they can have an idea of the volume reduction. At 5 weeks, there may still be some swelling, but by 8-12 weeks, you should have a good sense of where the reduction is going. Good luck!
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Answer: Usually takes 3 months Results from buccal fat removal may take several weeks to months. It is good to know how much fat was removed. I typically show my patients how much was removed so that they can have an idea of the volume reduction. At 5 weeks, there may still be some swelling, but by 8-12 weeks, you should have a good sense of where the reduction is going. Good luck!
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October 22, 2018
Answer: Takes Some Time Some swelling is expected after a buccal fat removal procedure. It can take up to 6 months to see the full results of this surgery. Hope this helps,Ali Rıza Öreroğlu, MD FEBOPRASEuropean and Turkish Board Certified Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeonIstanbul, Turkey
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Answer: Takes Some Time Some swelling is expected after a buccal fat removal procedure. It can take up to 6 months to see the full results of this surgery. Hope this helps,Ali Rıza Öreroğlu, MD FEBOPRASEuropean and Turkish Board Certified Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeonIstanbul, Turkey
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February 21, 2018
Answer: Results after Buccal Fat Pad Reduction Every patient heals differently, but in general it can take about 3 months to see the full effect after buccal fat pad reduction. In someone like yourself who had other facial procedures, this may take even longer due to natural swelling that occurs with all of the procedures you listed. As the surgical site from buccal fat pad reduction heals it often contracts in slightly, improving the visible result. As always, if you have any concerns in the postoperative period it is advisable to check in with your surgeon to make sure they feel that you are healing appropriately. Best wishes,
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Answer: Results after Buccal Fat Pad Reduction Every patient heals differently, but in general it can take about 3 months to see the full effect after buccal fat pad reduction. In someone like yourself who had other facial procedures, this may take even longer due to natural swelling that occurs with all of the procedures you listed. As the surgical site from buccal fat pad reduction heals it often contracts in slightly, improving the visible result. As always, if you have any concerns in the postoperative period it is advisable to check in with your surgeon to make sure they feel that you are healing appropriately. Best wishes,
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