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Dr. Nazmi Baycin, DHA-licensed board-certified plastic surgeon in Dubai
Slimmer, more sculpted cheeks after buccal fat removal in Dubai by Dr. Baycin

Table of content

  1. Buccal fat removal in Dubai quick facts
  2. Why might you consider buccal fat removal?
  3. What are the benefits of buccal fat removal?
  4. Can you preview how your face will look?
  5. Are you a good candidate for buccal fat removal?
  6. Buccal fat removal in Dubai: suitability and safety checklist
  7. How does Dr. Baycin perform buccal fat removal?
  8. What is the difference between buccal fat removal and liposuction?
  9. Where does Dr. Baycin perform buccal fat removal in Dubai?
  10. What is recovery after buccal fat removal like?
    1. When will you see the final result?
    2. Buccal fat removal before and after pictures
  11. What are the risks and complications of buccal fat removal?
  12. Buccal fat removal in Dubai: suitability and safety checklist
  13. What are the steps of buccal fat removal in Dubai from consultation to surgery?
  14. How much does a buccal fat removal cost in Dubai, UAE?
  15. What makes Dr. Baycin an exceptional buccal fat removal surgeon in Dubai?
  16. About Dr. Nazmi Baycin
  17. FAQs about buccal fat removal in Dubai
    1. What is buccal fat removal?
    2. How much does buccal fat removal cost in Dubai?
    3. Who is a good candidate for buccal fat removal?
    4. How is buccal fat removal in Dubai performed?
    5. What type of anesthesia is used during buccal fat removal?
    6. What is the difference between buccal fat removal and liposuction?
    7. What is recovery after buccal fat removal like?
    8. When will I see the final result?
    9. Will there be visible scars after buccal fat removal?
    10. Is buccal fat removal in Dubai safe?
    11. What are the benefits of buccal fat removal?
    12. Can buccal fat removal in Dubai be combined with other procedures?
  18. What patients say
  19. Book a buccal fat removal consultation in Dubai

The shape of the face shapes how we are seen — and for some people, fullness in the cheeks can make the face look rounder, softer, or a little older than they feel. I am Dr. Nazmi Baycin, and my buccal fat removal in Dubai refines that fullness precisely, removing the deep fat pad that sits within the cheek to reveal a slimmer, more sculpted jaw and cheekbone, while keeping your expression natural and soft. The whole art of it lies in taking exactly the right amount, from exactly the right place.

That precision starts with a proper diagnosis. Performing buccal fat removal in Dubai within JCI-accredited hospitals, I first work out which layer of facial fat is actually causing the fullness — because the cheek has more than one — and only then decide how, and how much, to remove. Done well, cheek fat reduction in Dubai is a small procedure with a genuinely elegant effect. The principle is the one that guides all my work: to restore form is to restore function.

Buccal fat removal in Dubai quick facts

Buccal fat removal (cheek fat reduction) in Dubai — procedure at a glance
Procedure detail Buccal fat removal in Dubai
Treats Excess deep cheek fat (buccal fat pad) causing a round, full face
Technique 1 cm incision inside the mouth; laser/RF-assisted removal
Anesthesia Local, with optional sedation
Procedure time About 30–40 minutes (15–20 min per cheek)
Hospital stay Day case — home 1–2 hours after resting
Scars None visible — incision is inside the mouth
Stitches Dissolvable (none to remove)
Aftercare Soft foods 3–4 days; antiseptic rinse after meals ~5 days
Back to routine Next day; swelling settles within ~1 week
Final result 2–4 months

Why might you consider buccal fat removal?

The face expresses so much of who we are, and its shape is a big part of that. If you have a naturally round face, even a small amount of weight gain can read as chubbiness — and sometimes as a few extra years — because the fullness of the cheeks is one of the first things the eye notices. A moderate amount of cheek fat gives a healthy, youthful look, but too much can create the soft, rounded moon-face effect that many people would rather refine.

We are all born with those lovely full baby cheeks, and for most of us the cheek fat slows its growth through childhood so that the face looks more balanced by adolescence. For some, though, that fullness carries on into adulthood, leaving a rounder face — and if that is you, and you are hoping for a more defined, sculpted look, buccal fat removal may be exactly the answer.

What are the benefits of buccal fat removal?

By removing the excess deep fat from both cheeks, buccal fat reduction refines the fullness and brings the underlying structure of the face forward. Patients choose it for a range of related benefits:

  • A more balanced, harmonious facial shape.
  • A softer, more refined facial expression.
  • A more defined cheek and cheekbone contour.
  • A slimmer, more youthful look.
  • An overall sense of facial rejuvenation.
  • The lift in self-confidence that comes with all of the above.

Can you preview how your face will look?

Here is a simple trick that gives you a genuinely good preview before you commit to anything. Stand in front of a mirror, and gently draw your cheeks in by biting down softly on the inside of them with your upper and lower teeth. The slimmer, more sculpted cheek line you see is very close to what buccal fat removal will give you. It is a reassuring way to picture the result for yourself, and a good starting point for the conversation we will have about whether the effect suits your face.

Are you a good candidate for buccal fat removal?

Candidacy checklist for buccal fat removal in Dubai: the concern, the health requirements, and the deep-pad limitBuccal fat removal suits people with genuine fullness in the cheeks who would like a more defined, contoured face — and, importantly, whose fullness comes from the deep fat pad rather than something better treated another way. Before your consultation, it helps to consider a few things:

  • Your cheeks. Do you have persistent, rounded cheek fullness that the mirror-bite preview improves?
  • Your age and face. You need to be over 18. Because cheeks naturally lose a little fullness with age, I take care not to over-remove in younger patients — a conservative amount now protects you from looking gaunt later.
  • Your health. A clean medical history and good general health are the foundation of safe surgery.
  • Your expectations. Natural, balanced refinement — not an extreme hollowing — makes for the happiest, most lasting result.

We will assess your face together and agree on the approach that genuinely suits you. The reasoning behind that restraint — what the buccal fat pad actually does, and why over-resection accelerates midface aging — is set out in my article on why preserving buccal fat matters.

Where the heaviness sits lower down — beneath the chin and along the jawline rather than in the mid-cheek — the fat responsible is a different one, and removing the buccal pad will not address it; that is the territory of submental fat correction. And where the underlying issue is a weak jaw or chin projection making the lower face look soft rather than any excess fat at all, the answer is structural, not subtractive — see reshaping the chin profile.

Not sure if a buccal fat removal is right for you? Use my suitability and safety checklist to check, then save or send your answers before your consultation.

How does Dr. Baycin perform buccal fat removal?

Buccal fat removal technique — 1 cm incision inside the mouth to access the fat pad

A 1 cm incision inside the mouth is enough to remove the buccal fat.

Buccal fat removal is a refined, quick procedure, and I perform it entirely from inside the mouth, so there is no scar on the skin at all. Local anesthesia, on its own or with a little sedation, is usually all that is needed to keep the area comfortable.

I begin with a small incision, about one centimeter, in the lining (mucosa) inside the cheek, which gives me direct access to the fat-pad capsule, and I then carefully separate the fat from the surrounding tissue. At this stage I use a laser or radiofrequency device to cauterize the connections of the fat pad — an important step that disconnects it cleanly and controls bleeding as I go. I then check carefully that there is no active bleeding before closing the incision with absorbable stitches. How much I take is a deliberate judgment rather than a fixed amount: I deliver only part of the central body of the pad, typically 30 to 50 percent of the accessible fat, and leave the extensions that support surrounding structures undisturbed.

Each cheek takes only about fifteen to twenty minutes. Buccal fat reduction or repositioning can also be carried out as part of a facelift, where it complements the deeper lift beautifully. The published evidence on safety is reassuring, though thin: a systematic review of eight studies, none of them clinical trials, found minor complications in around 8.5% of the 71 patients assessed for them, with no salivary-duct or facial-nerve injuries — while concluding that long-term outcome data are still lacking and that controlled studies are needed.

Both buccal fat pads after removal during cheek fat reduction surgery

Both buccal fat pads after removal.

What is the difference between buccal fat removal and liposuction?

This is where understanding the anatomy really matters, because the face has two distinct layers of fat that behave quite differently. The first is the superficial layer, sitting just beneath the skin and varying in thickness across the face; the second is the deeper layer — the buccal fat pad itself — which has a specific home on the inner cheek wall, beneath the muscle, at the deepest point. Because each layer shapes the face in its own way, liposuction and buccal fat removal do genuinely different things, and neither is simply “better” than the other.

Liposuction thins the superficial fat from below the eyes down to the neck, where that layer tends to be thicker, while buccal fat removal targets the specific deep fullness within the cheek. What I do at consultation is look closely at where your facial fullness actually comes from, identify which layer is responsible, and recommend the procedure — or the combination of both — that will give you the look you have in mind.

Buccal fat removal vs. facial liposuction — which fat, which effect
Factor Buccal fat removal Facial liposuction
Fat layer Deep buccal fat pad (beneath the muscle) Superficial fat (just under the skin)
Area Mid-cheek fullness Below the eyes down to the neck
Effect Defines the cheek hollow and cheekbone Thins a broader, thicker fat layer
Incision Inside the mouth (no visible scar) Tiny external access points
Combine? Yes — the two target different fat layers and are often combined for a fuller facial-contouring result.

Where does Dr. Baycin perform buccal fat removal in Dubai?

I perform every buccal fat removal in a world-class, JCI-accredited hospital in Dubai that meets the highest international standards of safety and cleanliness. Your procedure is carried out with precision and full attention to your safety, in a modern, fully equipped surgical setting designed for comfort and trust. Buccal fat removal is one of several ways I refine the shape of the face; for the fuller picture of facial reshaping, see my face transformation page.

What is recovery after buccal fat removal like?

Recovery from buccal fat removal is quick and straightforward. You can go home just one to two hours after the procedure, once you have rested, and most people are back to their usual routine by the very next day. Because the incision is inside your mouth, I ask you to keep to soft foods for the first three to four days, and to rinse with an antiseptic mouthwash after meals for about four to five days to keep the area clean. The stitches are absorbable and dissolve on their own within about seven to ten days, so there is no need to come back to have them removed.

To understand the full science behind how I support your healing after surgery, see my advanced recovery protocol in Dubai article.

When will you see the final result?

Patience is part of this procedure, and it is worth knowing what to expect. Right after surgery, a little oozing and some soft-tissue swelling fill the space where the fat was, so your cheeks may actually look a touch puffier at first than they did before. That swelling and any pooled fluid usually settle within three to five days, and by the end of the first week it can seem as though nothing was done at all. Then the real change begins, slowly: over the next two to four months the space where the fat was removed gradually closes as the tissues settle together, and the new, more sculpted shape of your cheeks emerges. So the final result of your buccal fat removal is something to look forward to at around two to four months, not the first week.

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Buccal fat removal recovery timeline in Dubai: four phases with how you feel and what is happening, from puffy cheeks on day one to the sculpted cheekbone at two to four months

I like to be honest that buccal fat removal has two timelines, and they do not run at the same speed. The body’s part is quick. You go home one to two hours after the procedure, the incision inside the mouth is already closed with dissolving stitches, and for the first three to four days you keep to soft foods and rinse after every meal. The swelling that fills the space where the fat was settles between days three and five, the rinsing ends around day five, and by the end of the first week the stitches are dissolving and the cheek lining has healed. The mood follows a different curve. The first days can be disheartening because the cheeks look puffier, not slimmer. Then the puffiness fades and the face looks as though nothing was done, which is reassuring and slightly frustrating in equal measure. The real reward arrives over months two to four, as the empty space closes and the cheekbone quietly emerges. The pace varies with personality; the shape rarely does.

Buccal fat removal before and after pictures

buccal fat removal before after picture

Buccal fat removal before and after picture

What are the risks and complications of buccal fat removal?

Evidence note: The complication rates shown in this chart are compiled from multiple peer-reviewed medical publications and represent aggregate findings reported in the scientific literature. These values provide general estimates of the potential risks associated with buccal fat removal and should not be interpreted as the expected outcome for any individual patient. Individual risk varies according to patient characteristics, surgical technique, surgeon experience, and postoperative care.

I believe in being honest about risk, and buccal fat removal is, in experienced hands, a safe procedure — the complication rate reported across the 71 patients assessed in a systematic review is around 8.5%, mainly minor issues such as bleeding and infection. Bleeding is largely avoidable with careful control during surgery, and the risk of infection is kept low by antibiotics and by rinsing with an antiseptic solution after meals for the first few days.

What I want to be candid about is why this procedure demands real expertise: the buccal fat pad sits in close company with the salivary (parotid) duct, the buccal nerve, and major facial vessels, so there are genuine pitfalls if it is not done carefully. That proximity is precisely why some surgeons who are not fully confident with the anatomy avoid the procedure altogether, or steer patients away from it. With a thorough understanding of that anatomy and a careful technique, those risks are minimized — and it is exactly the kind of delicate, precise work I have built my practice around.

Buccal fat removal in Dubai: suitability and safety checklist

Important: This checklist helps you prepare for your consultation. It cannot decide whether surgery is safe or suitable for you. Please disclose your full medical history, medicines, and supplements when we meet — everything you share stays confidential.

  • Discuss at consultation We plan around it together. Usually not a barrier on its own.
  • Medical review The anesthesia team or a specialist reviews it, sometimes with tests or a clearance letter, before a date is confirmed.
  • Postpone Surgery waits until this has changed or settled.
  • Alternative advised This procedure is not the right fit; another option may suit you better.

Part 1 — Is buccal fat removal right for you? You are likely a good fit if you can answer “YES” to these.
# Question Why it matters If the answer is “NO”
1 Are you 18 or older? Cosmetic facial surgery is offered to adults only; cheeks also lose fullness naturally with age. Not offered
2 When you gently draw your cheeks in by biting softly on their inside in a mirror, do you like the slimmer line? That preview is close to what buccal fat removal achieves. Discuss at consultation If the effect does not appeal, this may not be the right procedure.
3 Is the fullness in the mid-cheek, rather than under the chin or along the jawline? Buccal fat sits in the mid-cheek; lower fullness comes from a different fat or from the jaw and chin. Alternative advised Double chin correction or chin augmentation.
4 Has the fullness persisted while your weight has been stable? Fullness from general weight gain may ease with weight loss alone. Postpone Until your weight has settled.
5 Is your goal natural refinement, accepting that cheeks lose some fullness with age anyway? Removing too much can look hollow or gaunt later; only part of the pad is removed. Discuss at consultation

Part 2 — Health and safety before buccal fat reduction Tell us if any of these apply. A “YES” rarely rules surgery out; it tells us what to plan for.
# Does this apply to you? Why it matters Usual next step
Medical history
6 Heart disease, high blood pressure, or an irregular heartbeat Local anesthetic with adrenaline, and any sedation, can affect heart rate and blood pressure. Medical review
7 A previous blood clot (DVT or PE), a clotting disorder, or a close relative with clots Clot risk from this short procedure is low, but your history is still reviewed. Medical review
8 Diabetes Blood-sugar control affects healing of the incision inside the mouth and infection risk. Medical review
9 Asthma, other lung disease, or sleep apnea These matter if sedation is used. Medical review
10 Liver or kidney disease, anemia, or a bleeding disorder These affect how medicines are cleared, bleeding, and recovery. Medical review
11 HIV, hepatitis B or C, or another blood-borne infection Well-controlled infection does not automatically rule surgery out; your team plans around it. Discuss at consultation In confidence.
12 Past problems with anesthesia, or allergy to local anesthetics, antibiotics, or latex This procedure uses local anesthetic, with optional sedation. Medical review
13 A wide jaw from strong chewing muscles, or teeth grinding or clenching Fullness from muscle is not treated by removing fat. Discuss at consultation
14 Facial swelling that comes and goes, a salivary gland problem, or swelling in front of the ear The salivary duct runs next to the fat pad, and recurring swelling may have another cause. Medical review
15 Facial weakness or Bell’s palsy, now or in the past Facial nerve branches run near the fat pad; existing weakness is recorded before surgery. Medical review
16 A dental infection, gum disease, mouth ulcers, or dental work planned soon The incision is inside the mouth and must heal in a clean environment. Postpone Until treated; plan dental work around surgery.
17 Previous facial surgery, or fillers or threads in the cheeks These change the anatomy and how much fat should be removed. Discuss at consultation
18 Pregnant or breastfeeding Elective surgery is deferred until after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Postpone
Medicines and supplements
19 Blood thinners, aspirin, or anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen These increase bleeding; some are paused before surgery under medical guidance. Medical review Never stop a prescribed medicine on your own.
20 Supplements such as fish oil, vitamin E, ginkgo, garlic, or turmeric Several raise bleeding risk and are usually paused before surgery. Discuss at consultation
21 Weight-loss injections such as semaglutide or tirzepatide They slow stomach emptying, which matters if sedation is used, and mean your weight may still be changing. Medical review
22 The contraceptive pill, hormone therapy, or prescribed testosterone Estrogen raises clot risk; testosterone can thicken the blood. Medical review
23 Anabolic steroids or other performance-enhancing drugs These affect the heart, liver, blood count, and anesthesia. Medical review Please be open with us — it stays confidential.
24 Antidepressants or other psychiatric medication Some interact with anesthesia or pain medicines. Medical review Keep taking them unless your prescriber advises otherwise.
Lifestyle and travel
25 Smoking, vaping, or any nicotine — including pouches, gum, or patches Smoking and vaping slow healing of the incision inside the mouth and raise infection risk. Discuss at consultation Nicotine-free recovery period is advised.
26 Recreational drug use or regular heavy drinking These interact with anesthesia and slow healing. Medical review
27 Flying long-haul to Dubai for surgery, or planning to fly home soon after Flying is usually possible soon after this short procedure. Discuss at consultation We plan your travel dates with you.
Expectations and wellbeing
28 Do you spend a lot of time worrying about how your face looks, or feel no change would be enough even when others disagree? This can be a sign of body-image distress that surgery rarely relieves. Discuss at consultation A supportive, private conversation.

Medical note: A medical condition, infection, or medicine does not automatically rule out buccal fat removal. The decision depends on the diagnosis, how well it is controlled, the planned procedure, and assessment by the surgeon and anesthesia team. Never stop or change prescribed medication without advice from your treating clinician.

Buccal fat removal risks: These include swelling, bleeding, infection, asymmetry, and, rarely, injury to the nearby salivary duct, facial nerve branches, or vessels, as well as an overly hollow contour. They are discussed in full at consultation.

Aesthetic note: Buccal fat removal reduces part of the deep cheek fat to refine mid-cheek fullness. Not every round face is caused by buccal fat, and removing too much can lead to hollowing over time, so a careful assessment comes first. Results vary between individuals, and this checklist cannot guarantee a particular result.

Checklist medically reviewed by Dr. Nazmi Baycin, DHA-licensed plastic surgeon · Checklist last updated: 21.10.2026

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What are the steps of buccal fat removal in Dubai from consultation to surgery?

Because buccal fat removal is performed under local anesthesia, with sedation if you prefer, the path from your first visit to your procedure is short and straightforward. Each step is there to confirm that surgery is both safe and right for you.

  1. Consultation: I examine your cheeks, work out whether your fullness comes from the deep buccal fat pad or the superficial fat layer, and agree with you how much to remove — conservatively, so the result stays natural as your face matures. Consultations are paid, and this is where your exact pricing is confirmed.
  2. Booking the procedure: Once you decide to proceed, we reserve your surgery date. Procedures are scheduled within 2–10 days, depending on the hospital’s operating theater (OT) availability.
  3. Preoperative blood tests: Routine blood tests are carried out before surgery to confirm that you are in good general health for the procedure.
  4. Preoperative anesthesia consultation (only if sedation is used): If you choose sedation, the anesthesiologist reviews your test results and medical history and gives clearance beforehand. Under local anesthesia alone, this step is not needed.
  5. Procedure: Through a 1 cm incision inside each cheek, I remove part of the buccal fat pad in a JCI-accredited hospital, in about 30 to 40 minutes. The hospital stay is a day case — home 1–2 hours after resting.

How much does a buccal fat removal cost in Dubai, UAE?

Cheek fat removal costs in Dubai can fluctuate from clinic to clinic, usually falling between 10,000 AED (approximately $2,800) and 20,000 AED (roughly $5,500).

It’s important to note that these prices aren’t specific to Dr. Baycin. You’ll learn the exact amount during your consultation, once your condition is properly evaluated.

For a complete overview of treatment fees, please refer to full price list of the procedures.

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What makes Dr. Baycin an exceptional buccal fat removal surgeon in Dubai?

For facial contouring, patients want more than a cosmetic change — they want expertise, artistry, and results that inspire confidence — and with more than 150 successful buccal fat removal procedures, that is the standard Dr. Baycin holds.

  • Decades of proven mastery: more than 25 years as a board-certified plastic surgeon, DHA-licensed and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), with a particular focus on facial harmony and sculpting.
  • Personalized facial sculpting: no two faces are alike, so each procedure is tailored to enhance natural definition, for a sculpted yet balanced result that still looks like you.
  • Refined, precise technique: micro-surgical methods that minimize tissue trauma, for smoother outcomes and markedly less swelling and discomfort afterward.
  • Command of a delicate anatomy: deep familiarity with the salivary duct, buccal nerve, and facial vessels that surround the fat pad — the expertise this procedure genuinely requires.
  • Faster recovery, minimal downtime: methods designed so most patients return to daily life within a few days.
  • Safety without compromise: an outstanding safety record across a long career, applied to one of the more delicate facial procedures.
  • Transparent consultations: every option, outcome, and expectation explained honestly, so you feel informed and comfortable.
  • Supportive aftercare: personalized aftercare and continuous support throughout healing.
  • An international reputation: patients travel from Europe, the GCC, and beyond for his facial-contouring expertise — 150+ results that look effortless and natural.

Dr. Nazmi Baycin, plastic surgeon in Dubai

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About Dr. Nazmi Baycin

DHA-licensed, board-certified plastic surgeon, Dubai

  • 25+ years in practice
  • 7,000+ procedures
  • JCI-accredited hospitals
  • ASPS international member

Surgery, to me, is precision applied in service of restoration — a conviction that has guided every one of the more than 7,000 procedures I have performed over 25 years in practice. I am a DHA-licensed, board-certified plastic surgeon, trained in Turkey and based in Dubai since 2016. I operate exclusively within JCI-accredited hospitals, and hold international membership in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Three techniques, in particular, have become signatures of my practice. Scarless breast augmentation, performed through a transaxillary approach that leaves no incision on the breast itself. Labiaplasty designed individually around each patient’s own anatomy, never to a standard template. And 3D customized facial bone implants, engineered through CT-based bespoke printing — a technique I currently offer as the only surgeon in Dubai providing it. My practice today spans facial rejuvenation, breast surgery, body contouring, and cosmetic genital procedures, drawing patients from across the UAE, Europe, and the wider GCC. Yet the principle guiding each of these specialties has never changed: to restore form is to restore function.

Read Dr. Baycin’s full profileLast reviewed: November 2026

FAQs about buccal fat removal in Dubai

  1. What is buccal fat removal?

    Buccal fat removal is how I refine fullness in the cheeks, removing the deep fat pad that sits within the cheek to reveal a slimmer, more sculpted jaw and cheekbone while keeping your expression natural and soft. The whole art of it lies in taking exactly the right amount from exactly the right place. I perform it entirely through a tiny incision inside the mouth, so there is no scar on the skin at all, which makes it a small procedure with a genuinely elegant effect.

  2. How much does buccal fat removal cost in Dubai?

    Cheek fat removal costs in Dubai can fluctuate from clinic to clinic, usually falling between AED 10,000 and AED 20,000, depending on the surgeon’s expertise and the complexity of the case. These prices are general market figures, not Dr. Baycin’s personal rates; you’ll learn the exact amount at consultation, once your condition is properly evaluated.

  3. Who is a good candidate for buccal fat removal?

    Buccal fat removal suits people with genuine fullness in the cheeks who would like a more defined, contoured face, and whose fullness comes from the deep fat pad rather than something better treated another way. You need to be over 18, and good general health and a clean medical history are the foundation of safe surgery. Because cheeks naturally lose a little fullness with age, I take care not to over-remove in younger patients, since a conservative amount now protects you from looking gaunt later.

  4. How is buccal fat removal in Dubai performed?

    I perform it entirely from inside the mouth, so there is no scar on the skin at all. I begin with a small incision, about one centimeter, in the lining inside the cheek, which gives me direct access to the fat-pad capsule, then carefully separate the fat from the surrounding tissue. I use a laser or radiofrequency device to disconnect the pad cleanly and control bleeding, check there is no active bleeding, and close with absorbable stitches. Each cheek takes only about fifteen to twenty minutes.

  5. What type of anesthesia is used during buccal fat removal?

    I usually perform buccal fat removal under local anesthesia, on its own or with a little sedation, which is normally all that is needed to keep the area comfortable throughout. There is no need for general anesthesia unless the procedure is combined with a larger operation such as a facelift. Working under local anesthesia is part of what keeps this a quick, low-impact procedure with such a straightforward recovery.

  6. What is the difference between buccal fat removal and liposuction?

    This is where understanding the anatomy matters, because the face has two distinct fat layers. The superficial layer sits just beneath the skin, while the deep layer, the buccal fat pad, sits on the inner cheek wall beneath the muscle. Liposuction thins the superficial fat from below the eyes down to the neck, while buccal fat removal targets the specific deep fullness within the cheek. At consultation I identify which layer is responsible and recommend the right procedure, or a combination of both.

  7. What is recovery after buccal fat removal like?

    Recovery is quick and straightforward. You can go home just one to two hours after the procedure once you have rested, and most people are back to their routine by the very next day. Because the incision is inside your mouth, I ask you to keep to soft foods for the first three to four days and to rinse with an antiseptic mouthwash after meals for about five days. The absorbable stitches dissolve on their own within about seven to ten days.

  8. When will I see the final result?

    Patience is part of this procedure. Right after surgery, a little swelling fills the space where the fat was, so your cheeks may look a touch puffier at first. That settles within three to five days, and by the end of the first week it can seem as though nothing was done at all. Then the real change begins slowly: over the next two to four months the space closes as the tissues settle, and the new, sculpted shape of your cheeks emerges.

  9. Will there be visible scars after buccal fat removal?

    No. I make the incision entirely inside the mouth, in the lining of the cheek, so there are no visible scars on the skin at all. The stitches I use are absorbable and dissolve on their own within about seven to ten days, so there is nothing to come back and have removed. This scarless, intraoral approach is one of the reasons buccal fat removal is such an elegant, low-impact way to refine the face.

  10. Is buccal fat removal in Dubai safe?

    Yes, in experienced hands it is a safe procedure, with an overall complication rate reported in the literature of around 8.5%, mainly minor issues such as bleeding and infection, both of which I keep low with careful technique and antiseptic rinses. What I want to be candid about is why it demands real expertise: the fat pad sits in close company with the salivary duct, the buccal nerve, and major facial vessels. With a thorough understanding of that anatomy, those risks are minimized.

  11. What are the benefits of buccal fat removal?

    By removing the excess deep fat from both cheeks, I refine the fullness and bring the underlying structure of the face forward. The result is a more balanced, harmonious facial shape, a softer and more refined expression, a more defined cheek and cheekbone contour, and a slimmer, more youthful look overall. For many patients it brings a real sense of facial rejuvenation, and with it the lift in self-confidence that naturally follows a face that feels more like the one they picture.

  12. Can buccal fat removal in Dubai be combined with other procedures?

    Yes, and it often is, because it pairs so well with other facial-contouring work. I combine it with a chin augmentation, a facelift, double chin removal, or facial liposuction for a more balanced, refined contour in a single recovery. Because buccal fat removal and liposuction target different fat layers, combining them can address facial fullness more completely than either alone.

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Son sens du détail, son exigence et sa maîtrise inspirent immédiatement confiance. Toute l’équipe est également d’une grande qualité : accueillante, attentive et extrêmement professionnelle.
Au-delà du résultat, qui dépasse mes attentes, j’ai particulièrement apprécié la sérénité et la confiance que le Dr Baycin sait transmettre à chaque étape. Dans un domaine où la compétence technique est essentielle, il réunit également des qualités humaines rares.
Je recommande le Dr Nazmi Baycin sans la moindre hésitation à toute personne recherchant l’excellence, le sérieux et une prise en charge d’exception. Une référence absolue dans son domaine.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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I had my plastic surgery recently Dr. Nazmi, very happy with the results. He is very expertise in his profession, everything went very smoothly, I really recommend you choose Dr, Nazmi!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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About breast augmentation with Dr. Nazim -
I couldn’t imagine a better experience and result!! Let’s start that I had many consultations with doctors in Dubai. I really wanted to be in good hands so here is my experience: after we have well spoken about how I wanted the result to look like he convinced me with the perfect implant size! His great knowledge and eye for perfection was always noticeable and this is why I did it with him. The surgery itself was perfect planned, in a very good hospital with a nice big room. And because of doctor Nazim‘s special technic I hadn’t had much pain and I was able to handle my day to day life after 5 days of the surgery. What he did wasn’t just surgery it was more like art. Thank you so much!!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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I did upper eye belpharoplasty and eyebrows lift with Dr. Nazmi Baycin and I'm totally satisfied with the results, transparent consultation and loved his special methods of performing surgery which caused way less downtime and recovery period and almost no pain, and I had a very kind and warm scheduled post-op visits with him.

Totally amazing job and I recommend him to everyone.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Dr. Baycin is a true artist! My liposuction results are incredible, and I've never felt more confident. His team is also very friendly and supportive.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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"Dr. Baycin is a master of his craft! My labiaplasty procedure was done with precision and care. I'm so grateful for his expertise and kindness."
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Dr. Baycin’s attention to detail i incredible. My breast augmentation looks so natural that no one can tell I had surgery
  
 
  
 
 
 
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had the best experience, couldn’t have asked for a better doctor
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Dr. Nazmi is one of the best and most wonderful doctors I have seen and known in my life. Thank you, Doctor. The result of the facelift was amazing.

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