Cheek Liposuction Adelaide
Some people are genetically predisposed to having more fat in their cheeks. Chubby cheek fat is called buccal fat and those with too much of it can look ‘rounder,’ or younger than their age.
Available at our Adelaide clinic, 163 Archer Street, North Adelaide SA 5006.
About cheek liposuction in Adelaide
Buccal fat removal can offer long-lasting results, but it’s important to maintain a stable weight as significant weight changes can affect the outcomes. It’s important to keep your weight steady, however, because excessive weight gain or loss can affect the final outcome of your procedure. Furthermore, the treatment is relatively quick – only 30 minutes – and can be performed at your doctor’s clinic using twilight sedation and local anaesthesia.
Buccal fat removal is typically recommended for patients who are over 18 years of age. This ensures that the face is fully developed which carries less risk of complications in the long-term. The ideal candidate has a genetic predisposition for naturally soft and round cheeks and wants to reduce the amount of fat in this area.
Stubborn fat that causes chubby cheeks can be removed with the high-tech Vaser method
Individuals, including those who are slim or athletic, may have buccal fat that is less responsive to diet or exercise. Using Vaser lower facial liposuction, the buccal fat is removed in order to thin out the inner cheeks, resulting in a slimmer, more symmetrical face and more defined profile.
To contour the face by removing chubby cheeks, the Vaser cheek liposuction procedure needs small incisions to insert a tiny ultrasound-emitting probe. The ultrasound energy will effectively melt the unwanted fat to a liquid consistency, allowing for easier and gentler removal than other methods of liposuction. During the procedure, collagen production is also stimulated, prompting the skin to tighten after the procedure. The technologically advanced method can produce defined results, creating a harmonious and balance appearance. The procedure can take as little as 30 minutes and is associated with less downtime than with other methods of liposuction.
Cheek Liposuction costs in Adelaide
Chubby Cheeks treatment prices vary depending on your overall situation and expectations. As a guide:
- Vaser Liposuction: From $6,000
- Initial consultation is between: $150 – $220
Your practitioner will confirm the cost of your treatment during your consultation.
Results may vary from patient to patient.
What are the possible risks of buccal fat liposuction?
While complications from buccal fat removal with Vaser liposuction are not common, as with any medical procedure, there are risks involved. As with any medical procedure, however, it’s possible to experience some side effects. Additionally, as long as all preparation and post-operative instructions are followed carefully, most people have a speedy and successful recovery. Possible risks include:
- Swelling
- Tenderness or pain
- Bruising
- Facial nerve damage
- Numbness or loss of sensation
- Infection
- Scarring
- Bleeding
- Blood clots under the skin
- Edema or build-up of fluid under the skin
- Poor healing
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Asymmetry
- Skin irregularities
Pricing
starts from$6,000
All surgical and invasive procedures carry risks. Before proceeding you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
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Sydney Adelaide Canberra Gold Coast
Frequently asked
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. Chubby cheeks are a stubborn area to slim.
Even with facial exercises, a healthy diet (eating healthier and fewer calories), facial massages and the reduction of water retention, it can still be difficult lose face fat. Cheeks (as an area) 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.
Chubby Cheeks can be caused by genetics or ageing. An excessive number of fat cells in the cheek area can produce the appearance of a fuller, round face. Having excess body fat, and being physically large, can also exaggerate the appearance of chubby cheeks.
The skin-tightening process works by stimulating collagen production, which is what the heat from the ultrasound energy can do while melting the unwanted fat. The skin tightens over time and conforms to the slimmer shape of the face. This creates defined results and prevents the issue of loose skin after liposuction.
Yes, both surgical and non-surgical treatments may be performed at the same time if cheek liposuction if the patient prefers. Be sure to discuss this option with your doctor during your consultation, if combining procedures is an option that you are interested in.
The face can look slimmer straight after treatment, depending on how much fat is removed, but any swelling or bruising will need to subside before the results can be fully noticeable. Generally, the body can take about a month to six months to completely heal, although most of the swelling can subside a lot sooner, revealing the results soon after treatment.
Results from buccal fat removal are permanent. Once the fat cells have been removed, they will not regenerate or grow back. Keep in mind that gaining or losing too much weight can change the appearance of fat deposit in other areas of the face and impact your overall appearance.
To make sure that your results will be permanent, you can maintain your current weight by following healthy diet and exercise habits. The tightening effect that the ultrasound energy from the Vaser liposuction technology can have on the skin in the treated area can be long-term.
However, the natural aging process that involves a slowing of collagen production will continue and can cause the skin to slowly sag with age. Maintaining a skincare routine that incorporates high quality anti-aging products can help to prevent skin laxity over time.
General anaesthesia may be an option, if patients prefer. You are able to discuss the type of anaesthetic that you would like to be used during your consultation with one of our doctors at our Adelaide clinic.
See us for a consultation
Our team includes registered medical practitioners and nurses. During your appointment, a practitioner will review your medical history, answer questions, and explain possible options to address your concerns.
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