Chubby Cheeks Treatment

Chubby cheeks is a physical trait that can make a person with a slim physique seem bigger than they really are. It can give some the appearance of having overly large cheekbones, a double chin, and can even mimic the appearance of facial bloating. This frustrating characteristic can prevent people from smiling out of embarrassment and can significantly affect their self-confidence. Chubby cheeks are a stubborn area to slim. Even with facial exercises, a healthy diet, facial massages and the reduction of water retention, it can still be difficult lose face fat. Cheeks can be resistant to diet and exercise; therefore, surgical intervention may need to be taken. This can be done via Vaser Liposuction to remove the excessive fat cells in this area.

Gently melts the fat for a permanent change in facial shape

To perform the cheek liposuction with Vaser, your doctor will create a personalised treatment plan, designed to suit your individual needs and aesthetic goals.

Since the cheek liposuction procedure is considered as less invasive than traditional methods of liposuction and surgical facelifts, patients will only require local anaesthetic and twilight sedation for the procedure to be performed.

After small incisions are made, facial Vaser liposuction uses ultrasound technology to melt fat cells in the cheeks before they are suctioned and permanently removed. The innovative method melts fat and heats up collagen to assist in tightening the skin. Vaser cheek liposuction will take about 30 minutes to complete is associated with a quick recovery.

How much does cheek liposuction cost?

Chubby cheeks removal treatment prices vary depending on your overall situation and expectations. As a guide:

• Vaser liposuction price starts from $5,500
• Initial consultation is between $120 – $330

Depending on the shape of your face, facial muscles know as the masseters may be the problem. Like any other muscle in the body, when overused, it can grow bigger. Treating the masseters can be referred to as Jaw Line Contouring. This treatment just uses Muscle Relaxing Injections to achieve slimmed cheeks and a chiselled jawline. It is an effective treatment in relaxing the muscle that causes a larger face. This non-invasive treatment can reduce the muscle’s size to create a more slimmed appearance.

At Cosmos Aesthetics, we understand that considering the costs of the procedure is an important part of deciding whether or not to undergo surgery. To receive a personalised quote, we recommend booking a consultation at our Sydney, Gold Coast, Canberra or Adelaide locations. Cheek liposuction costs can depend on:

• Treatment areas
• Amount of fat removed
• Individual body type
• Type of anaesthetic used
• Amount of time spent in surgery

You may be able to treat other areas of the body at the same time as your cheek liposuction procedure. This will increase your total procedure costs, however, it can reduce overall costs when compared to undergoing multiple separate procedures. If combining procedures is an option that you are interested in, you should discuss this with your doctor during your consultation.

Cosmos Aesthetics was the first practice in New South Wales to own a Vaser liposuction machine, and we currently own the most Vaser systems in the world.

Your initial chubby cheeks treatment consultation and subsequent procedure can be undertaken at one of our cosmetic clinics across Australia. This can be in either Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide or the Gold Coast. If you are interested in the cheek liposuction procedure, we currently only perform this at Canberra clinic.

We also treat many interstate and overseas patients each year at Cosmos Aesthetics. Therefore, we have set procedures in place for those travelling to our clinics for treatment. For travelling patients please send us images of the areas you wish to have treated, which Cosmos Aesthetics you’d like treatment at, and where you’re located in the description so our staff can include all the appropriate information for travelling patients as part of your personalised quote.

After your Vaser cheek liposuction procedure, you will be able to return straight home. You may feel some pain and discomfort, but this can be managed with prescribed pain medication. You will be required to wear a compression garment to help ensure the best results. The compression garment will need to be worm full time for one week, and then just at night for two weeks. Recovery typically lasts a few days to a week, allowing you to get back to your usual daily activities. You will be given personalised recovery instructions during your consultation. In the meantime, uou can familiarise yourself with the following instructions and advice:

• Wear your liposuction compression garments
• Maintain a healthy diet and stay hydrated
• Take care of your surgical sites as instructed
• Attend your post-surgical check-ups
• Avoid strenuous exercise
• Avoid excessive heat exposure, such as saunas
• Sleep with your head elevated for at least two weeks to reduce swelling
• Listen to your body and report any concerning symptoms to your doctor

Potential risks and complications of cheek liposuction

Vaser liposuction is associated with less risks and complications than traditional methods of liposuction, however, all surgeries will carry some risks. Closely monitor your health after your procedure and notify your doctor of any concerning symptoms as soon as you can. Make sure that you follow your preparation and recovery instructions as they are put in place to reduce the chance of these complications occurring. Potential side effects can include:

• Pain
• Numbness
• Bruising
• Bleeding
• Scarring
• Swelling
• Cheek asymmetry
• Skin irregularities in the treated area
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Unsatisfactory results

Your doctor will inform you of the risks and complications of the procedure in more detail during your consultation.