Fix for weird line after buccal fat removal (Photo)

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I have this weird contour only on my left cheek after buccal fat removal last month. I hate it I looks so strange. This is the side where the doctor struggled to take fat out so he was more aggressive. What caused this and how can this be fixed? The right side looks normal

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

Thank you for the images.  I've seen this many times in the office.  Sometimes, scarring from a buccal fat removal can tether tissue. The best correction for this is fat transfer.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Based on the series of nicely posted photos I agree you had over done buccal fat removal on that side. Easiest remedy is injection of either a combination Radeisse/Sculptra (2 vials) under ultrasound to guide the depth of injection or micro fat grafting injection also under ultrasound guided injections for depth. Fee $3,500. Best to virtual consult with....

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