Buccal Fat Removal in Gurgaon
Zero external scars. Defined cheekbones.
Facial structure is one of the most defining aspects of physical appearance — and the buccal fat pad, a naturally occurring fat deposit in the lower cheeks, has a significant influence on midface fullness. Buccal fat pad removal at House of Aetheria is a precise, scar-free procedure performed by Dr. Rahul Jain, MCh (Plastic Surgery), to create the sculpted, elevated facial contour that injectable treatments alone cannot fully achieve.
What Is Buccal Fat Pad Removal?
The buccal fat pad is a discrete encapsulated fat body situated in the lower cheek, between the buccinator and masseter muscles. Its size varies considerably between individuals — those with a larger buccal fat pad often present with a rounder, fuller facial appearance regardless of their body weight. Removing a portion of this fat creates a reduction in lower cheek fullness that enhances cheekbone definition and sculpts the midface.
The procedure is performed through a small incision (approximately 1 cm) made entirely inside the mouth, on the inner cheek mucosa. There are no external incisions and no visible scarring whatsoever. Under local or general anaesthesia, Dr. Rahul Jain accesses the fat pad, excises a precise and conservative amount, and closes the incision with a dissolvable suture. The entire procedure takes 45 to 60 minutes and is performed on a day-care basis.
Patient selection is critical. Buccal fat removal is most appropriate for adults under 40 with naturally full or round faces. It is not recommended for patients with lean faces, those with significant natural facial volume loss, or those over 45 — in whom the natural fat loss of ageing may cause the result to appear gaunt over time. Dr. Rahul Jain assesses each patient's facial anatomy carefully and will advise honestly on whether this procedure is appropriate for them.
Dr. Jain specialises in plastic and reconstructive surgery, including facial contouring, body sculpting and reconstructive procedures.
Micro-Incision Buccal Fat Excision
Intraoral incision · No external scars · 45–60 minute procedureThe procedure begins with local anaesthesia injected into the inner cheek — the area is fully numb before any incision is made. A small incision approximately 1 cm in length is placed inside the mouth along the inner cheek mucosa, aligned with the upper molar teeth. This location ensures complete concealment with no external evidence of surgery.
Dr. Rahul Jain gently retracts the incision and the buccal fat pad presents itself due to the natural pressure of the surrounding muscles. A conservative, precisely measured amount of fat is excised — avoiding over-removal, which can create a skeletonised appearance. The incision is closed with a dissolvable suture that requires no removal. Recovery is straightforward: a soft diet for one week and regular antiseptic mouthwash.
Before, During and After Your Procedure
Preparation
- Medical clearance and a pre-operative consultation with Dr. Rahul Jain are required.
- Maintain good dental hygiene in the week before surgery — brush and floss carefully as the incision is intraoral.
- Fast from midnight the night before if general anaesthesia is planned. For local anaesthesia, your care team will advise you.
- Avoid alcohol and blood-thinning medications for 7 days before surgery.
During the procedure
Local or general anaesthesia is administered. A small intraoral incision is placed on the inner cheek. The buccal fat pad is gently accessed and a precise amount excised. The incision is closed with a dissolvable suture. Total duration is 45 to 60 minutes. Day-care discharge follows once the patient is comfortable.
After surgery
- Maintain a soft diet (soups, yoghurt, soft foods) for 5 to 7 days to protect the intraoral incision.
- Rinse with prescribed antiseptic mouthwash after every meal for 2 weeks.
- Mild swelling over the cheeks is expected for 1 to 2 weeks and resolves on its own.
- The intraoral incision is fully healed at 3 to 4 weeks.
- Final contour result is visible at 6 to 8 weeks as all swelling resolves completely.
Treatment Results
Individual results may vary. Images shown are from actual patients treated at House of Aetheria.
Results shown after buccal fat removal by Dr. Rahul Jain at House of Aetheria, Sector 65.
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Sculpt Your Facial Contour with Precision
Book a consultation with Dr. Rahul Jain to assess your facial anatomy and discuss whether buccal fat removal is right for you.
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