Bichectomy, hollow cheek surgery
Objectives of bichectomy
Are you looking for a solution to give your face extra character? Bichectomy accentuates facial features by sculpting the cheek through the removal of Bichat’s fat. It’s a simple, effective surgical procedure that creates fuller cheeks and a more defined facial contour around the cheekbones and jawline.
Bichectomy, also known as “cheek reduction surgery” or “hollow cheek surgery”, consists in removing the fat compartments located in the cheek, the famous “bichat balls”.
This jugal fat is not very sensitive to weight loss through dieting. It is about the size of a golf ball, but can be larger in some people with “round” faces.
This transforms a plump face with round cheeks into a more angular, sculpted face.
Duration
1 to 2 hours
Frequency
Once
Back to work
1 to 2 days
Price
From CHF 3,500
Before-and-after bichectomy photos
Questions and answers about cheek surgery
Procedure for bichectomy operation
Before bichectomy
The pre-operative consultation is essential to establish the basis of a trusting relationship with your surgeon. You’ll be able to tell him or her your expectations and check that the procedure is right for you. At the end of this consultation, you will receive a precise estimate for your procedure.
Operation sequence
Depending on your preferences and the amount of fat to be removed, bichectomy can be performed under local anaesthetic or sedation. The actual procedure consists of removing the fat deposits in the cheeks through a small incision in the mouth. Finally, the incisions are closed with absorbable sutures. The entire procedure takes about an hour.
After the operation
After the procedure, we’ll keep you under observation for a while to make sure you have no complications. You can go home the same day. To minimize discomfort and facilitate the recovery process, you will need to follow your plastic surgeon’s instructions regarding wound care, medication, physical activity and post-operative consultations.
Results of bichectomy
The result of bichectomy appears progressively in the days following surgery, as postoperative swelling subsides. Gradually, the cheeks will become thinner and more sculpted.
The final results of bichectomy can only be appreciated after several months, as the face needs time to adapt to the new shape after surgery. You may therefore continue to see subtle improvements for several months after the operation, as the tissues continue to heal and adjust.
An operating theatre dedicated to surgery
We have our own operating room, located in our Lausanne clinic. Equipped with the latest technology, we can ensure the safety and precision of your operation.
We carry out over 400 operations in our operating theatre every year.
The interior design combines modernity and originality. Our operating theatres scrupulously comply with the safety and hygiene requirements necessary in a medical environment.
What's more, our facilities comply with the latest standards and have received official approval from the health authorities in the canton of Vaud.
Bichectomy rates
Bichectomy
Removal of Bichat fat from the cheeks on an outpatient basis, under local anaesthetic.
| First consultation | CHF 200 |
| Bilateral bichectomy | from CHF 3,500 |
FINANCING SOLUTIONS
At Entourage, the possibility of paying for your intervention in monthly instalments gives you the financial freedom you need.
Opt for 6, 12 or 24-month maturities, without worrying about interest or hidden charges, to ensure financial balance while accessing quality care.
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