Otherwise known as a bichectomy. Buccal fat removal is for patients with a round face that want more definition. This procedure removes the pads of fat in your mid-cheek area beneath the cheekbone to reveal a slimmer and more contoured face and defined cheek hollows. An incision is made inside your cheeks, from the mouth above the gum line, the fat pocket is removed, all swelling is usually gone after 2 weeks with the benefit of no visible scarring.