Face Procedures
Bichectomy
Buccal fat pad removal for facial slimming
Is it safe?
Your hospital holds the same JCI accreditation as Cleveland Clinic and Johns Hopkins. Verified by TEMOS for international patient safety.
Will the price change?
Your price is locked before you book. Surgery, hospital, hotel, transfers, aftercare — one number, no extras.
What if something goes wrong?
Mandatory insurance required by Turkish law. If a revision is needed — flights, hospital, surgeon — covered. You never pay twice.
Who's my surgeon?
Confirmed before you pay. Full credentials, specialisation, and patient results shared upfront. No last-minute switch.
What happens after I fly home?
24/7 WhatsApp with your coordinator. Scheduled video check-ups with your surgeon. 12 months, not 12 days.
Medical References
- [1]Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2023). Buccal fat removal produces well-defined facial contours in appropriately selected patients, with a complication rate below 1%. doi:10.1097/PRS.0000000000010456
What is Bichectomy?
Bichectomy (buccal fat pad removal) is a facial contouring procedure that removes the buccal fat pads from the cheeks to create a slimmer, more sculpted mid-face with defined cheekbones. It is ideal for patients with genetically round or 'chubby' cheeks that persist despite a healthy weight. MedProper performs bichectomy in Istanbul's JCI and TEMOS-accredited hospital with a convenient all-inclusive package.
How Does Bichectomy Work?
- 1Your surgeon evaluates your facial structure and cheek fullness to confirm that buccal fat removal will achieve the desired contour.
- 2Under local anaesthesia with sedation, a small incision (approximately 1 cm) is made inside each cheek, opposite the upper molars.
- 3The buccal fat pad is gently teased out through each incision. The amount removed is carefully calibrated for a balanced, natural result.
- 4The intraoral incisions are closed with dissolvable sutures. There are no external scars.
- 5A compression face wrap is applied, and you return to your hotel the same day.
Who is a Good Candidate for Bichectomy?
- Adults with round or excessively full cheeks that do not slim down with diet and exercise
- Patients who want more prominent cheekbone definition and a V-shaped facial contour
- Non-smokers or those able to stop smoking at least two weeks before and after the procedure
- Individuals in good overall health with realistic expectations about the degree of slimming
- Those who understand that the result is permanent and the face will naturally thin further with age
Why Choose Bichectomy at MedProper?
Defined cheekbones
Removing buccal fat creates visible cheekbone contour and a slimmer, more angular mid-face.
No visible scars
All incisions are inside the mouth, leaving absolutely no external marks.
Quick procedure
The surgery takes under an hour with minimal downtime, allowing a fast return to daily life.
All-inclusive Istanbul package
Your €1,620 package covers surgery, hospital, hotel, transfers, medications, and 12-month aftercare.
What is the Recovery Timeline?
Days 1-3
Swelling and soft diet
Moderate cheek swelling (resembling wisdom tooth removal). Soft foods only. Cold compresses help.
Days 4-7
Rapid improvement
Swelling reduces significantly. Normal diet gradually resumes. Oral hygiene is essential.
Weeks 2-3
Social recovery
Most swelling resolved. Cheeks begin to look slimmer. Dissolving sutures disappear.
Weeks 4-6
Contour appears
Cheekbone definition becomes increasingly visible as residual swelling fades.
Months 3-6
Final result
All swelling gone. The face displays its final sculpted, V-shaped contour.
Quick Facts
Duration
30-45 minutes
Hospital Stay
Day case
Recovery
5-7 days social downtime
Permanence
Permanent
Anaesthesia
Local with sedation
Results Visible
4-6 weeks (final at 3-6 months)
Frequently Asked Questions
Your surgeon carefully calculates the amount of fat to remove based on your facial structure and age. A conservative approach ensures the result remains attractive as natural ageing occurs.
No. Both incisions are made inside the mouth, so there are no visible scars on the face.
Yes. It is commonly combined with chin implants, rhinoplasty, or facial fat injection for comprehensive facial contouring.
Initial slimming is visible within two to three weeks, but the full cheekbone definition appears at three to six months as all internal swelling resolves.
The all-inclusive price covers the surgical team, anaesthesia, hospital facility, hotel accommodation, airport and clinic transfers, all medications, and 12 months of remote aftercare.
Last medically reviewed: April 2026
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