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Bichectomy is the process of removing cheek fat through a small incision of approximately 1 cm from the inner side of the cheek.

A slight depression is created on the cheek with the fat tissue removed during bichectomy. Thus, the cheekbones and jaw line are separated from each other. After the clarification of the cheekbones and jaw line, the borders become sharper and fuller, and facial features become more attractive.

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Hollywood Cheek

Bichectomy, also known as Hollywood Cheek, is a popular surgical procedure that has become quite widespread. After this procedure, facial lines have an aesthetic appearance.
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Advantages of Bichectomy

The Hollywood Cheek procedure is a short procedure that allows the person to continue their daily life immediately, has a quick recovery time and does not leave any scars. Even if weight is gained in the future, facial features will not return to their previous shape.
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Bichectomy Disadvantages

Although bichectomy is a very safe surgical procedure, there is a risk of infection, as with any surgery. Therefore, choosing a doctor who specializes in surgical procedures is very important.
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Before Bichectomy Surgery

If blood thinners are being used before surgery, it is recommended to stop them under a doctor's supervision. Additionally, dietary supplements and herbal teas should be discontinued three days prior. If the procedure will be performed under general anesthesia, it is recommended to come on an empty stomach; if it will be performed under local anesthesia, it is recommended to come with a full stomach.

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After Bichectomy Surgery

It is necessary to consume liquids and pureed foods for 3 days. In procedures performed under local anesthesia, one can return to daily life immediately, while those performed under general anesthesia allow for discharge 5 to 6 hours later. Full recovery is typically seen within an average of 1 week.

Frequently Asked Questions

It can be preferred by individuals who are over 18 years old, have an inverted V face shape, and want more defined cheekbones and jawlines. Depending on the anesthesia method, eating and drinking can be started 3 to 4 hours after the procedure. Short-term ice application is recommended after the bichectomy operation.

A small incision is made inside the mouth. The Bichat fat pad is reached only by dissection, without cutting anything inside. When Bichat is reached, usually; Excess fat tissue throws itself out. While all Bichat can be removed depending on the person's expectation, only more can be removed.

Cheek Aesthetics

After the "Cheek Aesthetics" surgery, which has a very high satisfaction level, the face shape begins to take shape in the third week. It becomes fully evident between the sixth month and the first year.