Bumps on jowl area. Can anything be done to minimize or completely remove them? (Photo)

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I've had these bumps next to my mouth (jawl area ish) my whole life and I was wondering if there's anything I can do to minimize or possibly completely remove? They look like fat pads but I have no clue. They make me so self conscious and want them gone

Arif Eroglu, MD · Answer

Hello; first of all, it is obligatory to find the actual reason of these swellings. Therefore, the first thing to do is; for detecting the pathology; that creates for those swellings; ultrasound is done. According to ultrasound results, why it causes for fat accumulation; Liposuction can be realized with thin cannulas.

Kenneth R. Francis, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Considerate,
There is evidence in our literature now that supports microliposuction of the superficial fat pad in just the areas that you demonstrate.  Seek consultation with an American Board of Plastic Surgery board certified plastic surgeon in your area for an evaluation.  Good luck!

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