Underwent bichectomy 7 months ago; the surgeon only removed a couple of CCs of fat from the fat pads. Although the results are slightly noticeable, I’d like a hollower appearance. Would a repeat bichectomy with full removal of the fat pads be problematic? Worried about scar tissue build up from prior procedure and increased risk of adverse outcomes. Thank you in advanced.
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March 11, 2020
Answer: Would a repeat bichectomy be advised? I’d like a hollower appearance. it depends of several factors.
Hello, thank you for your question. It seems like you can benefit from Buccal fat removal, this is a good option to contour the face. Buccal fat excision can be done comfortably, awake, under local anesthesia in under an hour. The results are long lasting and the recover is quick. I recommend...
Dear southernbird90,You certainly would benefit from several of the procedures you mentioned. I would recommend doing them in sequence so you don't do too much, too fast.Good luck,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.
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Hello, Thank you for your question. I understand that you would like the best option to thin your younger, “fuller” face. There are honestly not that many options because liposuction of the face itself is not a common procedure, a safe procedure or even an effective procedure, unless it is...
