In this way, the fullness of the cheeks is reduced, the cheekbones are made more prominent and the face has thinner facial features.

However, bichectomy surgery is functionally recommended for patients with prominent oral mucosa, as it may cause irritation due to tooth-cheek friction and sometimes biting the cheek.

Although the lower age limit for cheek aesthetics is controversial, the generally accepted limit is around 20-25 years old.

Bichectomy surgery can be performed under local anesthesia or general anesthesia. With a small incision made through the mouth, bichat (fat pads) tissues are reached and a certain amount of fat tissue is removed. The procedure takes an average of 30-45 minutes. After the procedure, edema will occur on the face and cheek. Doing a cold compress as recommended by your doctor will help your edema recede in a short time. Although the recovery after the surgery differs individually, the intraoral wounds heal very well in an average of 10 days. Consumption of liquid and soft foods and cold drinks in the first postoperative period will prevent possible bleeding. Since the surgical incision is made from the inside, there will be no visible scars.

After the surgery, it may take 2-6 months for the face to reach the desired shape.