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Am I a good candidate for buccal fat removal? Goal is to add shape to my face and to make it seem less long (Photos)

Korina21Nov 30, 2024
I already had a consultation with a great doctor who suggested buccal fat removal and cheek implants but I wanted to get additional opinions

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Emre Guvercin, MD, FEBOPRAS

Yola re good candidate for buccal removal plus neck and face lift with permanent treads. Buccal fat removal will give a good contour on lower cheeks; lifting the neck will deepen the chin angle

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Carey Nease, MD

Based on your photos I do think you would benefit from a conservative buccal fat pad removal procedure. This would improve the aesthetic appearance of your cheeks and likely make you feel like your lower face is lighter/more contoured. Find a qualified surgeon in your area and do a consult first!

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Caner Kacmaz, MD

Unfortunately, buccal fat removal cannot be reversed as there is no way to reinsert or regrow the buccal fat pad. If you're unhappy with your results, best option would either be fat transfer or dermal filler procedure to restore lost cheek volume.

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Jacob Tower, MD

Hello, hope you are well. Based on the photo you submitted, you would be a great candidate for buccal fat removal. Usually I like to see the frontal view before giving that advice, but even on the oblique you can appreciate the buccal fullness (in front of the masseter muscle and below the cheek...

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Caner Kacmaz, MD

In some cases, removing cheek fat can contribute to the deepening and formation of the nasolabial folds. Therefore, in these patients, removing of the small buccal fat pad can help reduce the appearance of the nasolabial folds. it is best to consult with a qualified plastic surgeon to determine...

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Lexie Wang, MD

The smile position is not the best pic for us to assess the buccal fat amount, at least online. Neutral pose from the sides would be more helpful.

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