Malar Fat Removal
Interpretation and counseling services are free of charge.
*Some doctors may require an additional fee for selection.
Treatment Area
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Malar fat called fat from cheekbones to nasolabial folds (procedure performed from inside the corners of the mouth)
Interpretation and counseling services are free of charge.
*Some doctors may require an additional fee for selection.
Recommended for
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Want to reduce cheek volume
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Are concerned about cheek sagging
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Are with prominent nasolabial folds or tear troughs
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Want a smaller face
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Appear older than their actual age
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Want to prevent nasolabial folds and tear troughs in the future
RESULTS
FEATURES
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What is Malar Fat Removal
Malar fat removal is a cosmetic surgery procedure that pinpoint removes excess fat masses called malar fat located around the cheekbones (between tear troughs and nasolabial folds). When there's a large amount of fat in the upper cheek area, the upper part of the cheeks bulge prominently when smiling, making roundness noticeable and contributing to a larger-looking face. Furthermore, as tissues weaken with aging, malar fat tends to descend, emphasizing mid-facial sagging and making nasolabial folds and tear troughs more prominent, which can affect apparent age.
Malar fat removal is characterized by its ability to fundamentally address such age-related changes and facial line looseness. As a cheek fat removal procedure that can achieve a youthful, sharp facial line by adjusting cheek volume, it's gaining traction in the cosmetic medical industry. -
Reducing Physical Burden Through Intraoral Approach
Malar fat removal involves tiny incisions inside both corners of the mouth. Through these, suction tubes are inserted to remove excess fat around the cheekbones. Therefore, no scars remain on the skin surface, making it difficult for others to notice that the procedure was performed - this is a major characteristic.
Also, since extremely thin cannulas are used for the procedure, incisions are only a few millimeters, and because the incision site is in the oral mucosa, recovery is quick with no need for suturing or suture removal. Some patients may temporarily experience symptoms such as swelling, pain, and internal bleeding after surgery, but in most cases, these settle down within several days to 10 days. With relatively short downtime and quick return to daily life, this procedure is suitable for busy individuals or those who want to improve their appearance without others knowing. -
Low Rebound Risk Due to Physical Removal of Fat Cells Themselves
Normally, diet and exercise don't change the number of fat cells themselves; size reduction is achieved by fat cells becoming smaller. On the other hand, malar fat removal is a procedure that physically removes fat cells in the upper cheek area, making it possible to reduce the actual number of fat cells. Once removed, fat cells basically don't regenerate or return, and even if weight increases after the procedure, the risk of fat accumulating in the same area and returning to the original state is considered relatively low.
However, the possibility of remaining fat cells enlarging or other fat layers increasing, causing thickness in the mid-face area, cannot be denied. Therefore, to maintain a clean facial line for a long time, it's important to continue weight management and lifestyle improvements after the procedure.
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Downtime after Malar Fat Removal
After surgery, symptoms such as swelling and internal bleeding may appear for several days to about 10 days.
Treatment Benefits
Malar Fat Removal
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Short treatment time and easy to receive casually
The estimated surgery time for malar fat removal is about 30 minutes. In addition to completing the procedure in a short time, there's no need for hospital visits, making it easy for busy people to receive.
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Reducing anxiety about pain through anesthesia use
At Bianca Clinic, anesthesia can be used before malar fat removal procedures. In addition to local anesthesia, relaxation anesthesia and intravenous anesthesia are also available, so please consult in advance if you're anxious about pain.
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Hard to notice by others as fat is removed from inside the oral cavity
Excess fat is suctioned and removed by making a small hole in the oral mucosa. Since no scars remain on the face surface, this procedure is suitable for those who don't want others to notice.
TREATMENT PROCESS
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Medical examination and counseling
First, please fill out a medical questionnaire, and we'll listen to your concerns and requests in detail. After that, we'll examine your skin condition to determine the suitability for malar fat removal and explain the procedure flow, precautions, and post-operative lifestyle. If you have any unclear points or concerns, please don't hesitate to let us know.
First, please fill out a medical questionnaire, and we'll listen to your concerns and requests in detail. After that, we'll examine your skin condition to determine the suitability for malar fat removal and explain the procedure flow, precautions, and post-operative lifestyle. If you have any unclear points or concerns, please don't hesitate to let us know.
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Design
While considering the overall facial balance for natural results, we design the range of subcutaneous fat to be suctioned, determining which position's fat to remove and how much.
While considering the overall facial balance for natural results, we design the range of subcutaneous fat to be suctioned, determining which position's fat to remove and how much.
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Treatment
After applying anesthesia, we make incisions of several millimeters inside the corners of the mouth and insert specialized suction instruments (micro cannulas) to carefully remove malar fat. After the procedure, at the physician's discretion, compression fixation may be performed for about 30 minutes to promote adhesion between skin and internal tissues. Once treatment is complete, we'll prescribe antibiotics and pain relievers, and the procedure is finished.
After applying anesthesia, we make incisions of several millimeters inside the corners of the mouth and insert specialized suction instruments (micro cannulas) to carefully remove malar fat. After the procedure, at the physician's discretion, compression fixation may be performed for about 30 minutes to promote adhesion between skin and internal tissues. Once treatment is complete, we'll prescribe antibiotics and pain relievers, and the procedure is finished.
PRICE LIST
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FAQ
- Q When is makeup possible after the procedure?
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It's possible from the day after receiving the procedure.
- Q Is it okay to shower on the day of the procedure?
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Showering is possible from the day of the procedure.
- Q Are there any precautions regarding meals after the procedure?
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Eating after the procedure is fine, but we recommend starting with soft foods. Also, since there are temporary wounds immediately after the procedure, please avoid irritants (hot foods, spicy foods, carbonated drinks, etc.) and hard foods for about one week.
- Q What kind of care should be done after the procedure?
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No special care is needed after the procedure, but since it's a procedure that incises inside the mouth, we recommend disinfection and gargling after meals as infection prevention. Normal tooth brushing is fine after surgery.
- Q Is suture removal necessary?
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Malar fat removal uses very thin instruments called micro cannulas and approaches through the oral mucosa, so suturing is unnecessary and suture removal is also not needed.
- Q How long do the effects of malar fat removal last?
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Since removed fat cells don't regenerate, effects are basically expected to last long-term. Also, by performing appropriate care after surgery, it becomes easier to maintain an ideal facial line for a longer period.
- Q Is malar fat removal painful?
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Malar fat removal is performed using anesthesia. Therefore, pain is rarely felt. At Bianca Clinic, we explain side effects and risks during counseling and strive to proceed with procedures only after patients are convinced. If you have concerns about the procedure other than pain, please don't hesitate to consult about even small matters.
- Q What's the estimated downtime period for malar fat removal?
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After malar fat removal, downtime symptoms such as swelling, pain, and internal bleeding may be seen, but most settle down within about 10 days. If concerning symptoms continue, we'll examine you, so please contact Bianca Clinic promptly.
- Q Are there recommended combination treatments with malar fat removal?
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One of the treatments often considered in combination with malar fat removal is Embrace RF (FaceTite・Morpheus8). Embrace RF is a treatment method that can expect tightening effects by directly irradiating radiofrequency (RF) energy to the skin and fat layers. After removing fat with malar fat removal, skin may become loose and sag, but by combining Embrace RF, sagging can be prevented and a cleaner, tighter facial line can be aimed for. Also, Embrace RF is considered useful for supporting skin quality improvement and elasticity enhancement, making it suitable for those who want to increase finishing satisfaction.