How much recovery time is required for buccal fat removal?

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Hi, I would like to know how much recovery time is required for Buccal Fat Removal. I use everyday public transport so I'm afraid people and coworkers may notice it. Any tips to reduce the recovery time? Also, I have to do teeth bleaching, is it better to do it before or after the surgery? Thanks

John Mesa, MD · Answer

In my practice I perform buccal fat removal under local anesthesia without any type of sedation. Additionally since the procedure is minimally invasive and takes under one hour to be performed, the patients have a minimal recovery. Most of my patients have mild swelling that last for one or two days. More than 90% of my patients go back to work or to school the next day. The other 10% takes the day after surgery off and go back to work or school the second day after surgery.

Joubin Gabbay, MD · Answer

Recovery from the procedure is generally quite quick. You made me swollen for a few days, but it generally is not enough to even think about when you are out and about. The procedure really has minimal downtime for most patients. I recommend you seek a surgeon who is certified by the American Board of plastic surgery and has extensive experience with this procedure.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

The recovery time after buccal fat excision is rather quick. After the procedure, you will have a few stitches on the inside of the mouth and you will need to eat a soft diet for 3 to 4 days. It will be some swelling present in the face after the surgery. The swelling is typically moderate and will slowly resolve over a few weeks. In regards to your work, I wouldn't think you would need more than a few days off.  After that time, you should be older go back to work without significant change in your appearance.I hope this helps

Karan Chopra, MD · Answer

Hi @VNS85 - It's a pretty quick recovery. You can usually go back to work after 2-3 days. Swelling steadily decreases over the first 1-2 weeks. Maximum results show-up at around 3 months. 
A low salt diet can speed up recovery after the buccal fat pad removal. 
I would bleach your teeth before the surgery or wait 6 weeks after. My best,
Dr. Karan Chopra
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