Bichectomy Cheek Stretch
Bichectomy, that is, cheek thinning, is the process of removing the fat layer called ichat in the cheek area with an incision of approximately 1 cm from the inside of the mouth. It is a common procedure for cheek thinning, especially in patients who complain of cheek fullness regardless of weight gain.
How is a bichectomy done?
It is a procedure that takes an average of 15-20 minutes under local or general anesthesia. It does not require hospitalization, it does not leave any traces because it is made with an incision through the mouth.
What is the recovery process like after bichectomy?
No hospitalization is required after bichectomy surgery. Oral care should be considered in the first week. The edema in the cheek area decreases significantly in 2-3 weeks and the final result is seen within 3-6 months.
What are the undesirable conditions after bichectomy?
There may be undesirable conditions such as infection, bleeding, irregularities and asymmetries.
