Buccal Fat Removal in Mumbai – Slimmer, Naturally Contoured Cheeks
If full, rounded cheeks hide the structure of your face no matter your weight, buccal fat removal can help reveal a more defined contour. The procedure removes a specific pad of fat deep in the cheek to slim the mid-face and bring out the cheekbones and jawline. At Navaa in Mumbai, our plastic surgeons take a deliberately conservative approach sculpting a natural, balanced result rather than an over-hollowed one, and being honest about who the procedure genuinely suits.
— Why Choose Us
At Navaa Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery, our guiding principle for buccal fat removal is “contoured, not gaunt.” We assess honestly whether the procedure suits your face, remove conservatively to protect your look as you age, and prioritise a natural result over a dramatic one. Because the lower face works as a whole, some patients also consider Chin Augmentation in Mumbai or Double Chin Removal in Mumbai for a fuller jawline and V-line definition all discussed openly at consultation.
Dr. Suraj Nair
Trained at PGIMER, Chandigarh, Dr. Nair is a highly experienced breast cosmetic surgeon known for performing numerous breast augmentations, reductions, and lifts with natural outcomes.
Dr. Sanket Shetty
M.Ch Plastic Surgeon with international training at Royal Stoke Hospital, UK, experienced in advanced aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries.
Dr. Lukesh Rathod
With over 10 years of experience, Dr. Rathod specializes in minimally invasive aesthetic procedures and advanced skin treatments
Buccal fat removal is a cosmetic procedure that reduces the buccal fat pads located in the lower cheeks.
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What is Buccal Fat Removal?
Buccal fat removal, also known as cheek reduction or bichectomy, is a cosmetic procedure that removes the buccal fat pad from the lower cheeks to create a slimmer, more sculpted face. It’s done entirely through a small incision inside the mouth, so there are no external scars. By reducing fullness in the lower cheek, the procedure accentuates the cheekbones and defines the jawline the sought-after “V-line” or heart-shaped facial contour.
What is the Buccal Fat Pad?
The buccal fat pad is a natural, deep pad of fat that sits in the hollow of the cheek, between the cheekbone and the jaw muscle. Everyone has one, and it plays a role in chewing and facial movement. Its size varies from person to person a larger pad can make the lower face look fuller and rounder, even in someone who is otherwise slim. Buccal fat removal reduces this specific pad, which is why diet and exercise can’t achieve the same targeted effect.
What Buccal Fat Removal Treats
The procedure is best suited to people whose lower cheeks look full or rounded and whose bone structure is hidden as a result particularly when that fullness doesn’t shift with weight loss. It’s chosen by those wanting more definition through the mid-face, sharper cheekbones, and a cleaner jawline. It’s worth being clear that it targets the lower cheek specifically; it isn’t a treatment for overall facial fat or for jowls, which are different concerns.
Can You Remove Buccal Fat Without Surgery?
This is a common question, and the honest answer is no not in a targeted way. Diet and exercise reduce fat across the whole body and face, but they can’t selectively shrink the buccal fat pad, which is why it often persists even in people who are slim or lose weight. There’s no cream, facial exercise, or non-surgical treatment that removes the pad itself. Surgery is the only way to reduce it specifically which also means it’s a decision worth making carefully.
Am I a Good Candidate?
Ideal candidates have noticeable fullness in the lower cheeks, a stable weight, good skin elasticity, and realistic expectations. Most are in their twenties to forties. Just as important is knowing who shouldn’t have it: people with naturally thin or narrow faces are generally advised against buccal fat removal, because removing the pad can make the face look gaunt or prematurely aged as it naturally loses volume over time. A careful assessment and an honest conversation about whether it suits your face is the most important part of the process.
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The Buccal Fat Removal Procedure – Step by Step
Consultation & Facial Assessment
Your surgeon assesses your facial proportions, skin quality, and how much of the fullness is actually buccal fat, then takes photographs and plans a conservative amount to remove. This is where suitability is honestly determined.
Anesthesia
The procedure is usually performed under local anaesthesia, sometimes with sedation, or under general anaesthesia if it's being combined with other procedures.
The Surgical Steps
A small incision is made inside the cheek, through the mouth. The surgeon locates the buccal fat pad, carefully removes a measured amount, and closes the incision with absorbable stitches. Because everything is done from inside the mouth, there are no visible scars on the face.
Duration & Day-Care
Buccal fat removal typically takes around 30 to 60 minutes and is a day-care procedure, so you go home the same day.
Buccal Fat Removal Cost in Mumbai
The cost of buccal fat removal in Mumbai depends on:
- Extent of fat removal
- Individual facial structure
- Overall treatment plan
At Navaa Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery Clinic, treatments are customized to achieve balanced and natural results
Factors Affecting the Cost
The cost of buccal fat removal in Mumbai depends on the surgeon’s experience, the type of anaesthesia, whether it’s done on its own or combined with other procedures, and the facility. As a cosmetic procedure, buccal fat removal is not covered by insurance.
Recovery and Results
- Initial recovery: 5 to 7 days
- Swelling reduces over 2 to 3 weeks
- Final results visible in 4 to 6 weeks
Patients can expect a slimmer, more sculpted facial appearance with permanent results.
Our Approach to Natural Results
At Navaa Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery Clinic, the goal is to enhance your facial structure without over-reduction.
Each procedure is carefully planned to maintain balance and achieve elegant, long-lasting results.
Patients experience a noticeable reduction in cheek fullness and improved facial contour with natural-looking definition.
Enhance your facial contours with expert buccal fat removal for a sculpted look.
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