Will Buccal fat removal work for me? (Photos)

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Considering bucks fat removal. I have always felt like my face is bottom heavy and full. I'm 5'0, 112 lbs fit and toned 31 years old. Face doesn't match my body due to genetics. Mom has a very full, round face. I'm wondering if buccal fat removal will work or if I will have to get a face lift. I'm not interested in fillers as I've had them and only made me look pudgier and rounder.

John Mesa, MD · Answer

Buccal fat removal is a plastic surgery procedure that helps to improve the fullness of the lower anterior cheeks.  By removing the fullness of this area, patient candidates  could an smaller, thinner V shaped face ( if they have good cheek bones). If the patient have not good cheek bones ( anterior and lateral cheek bones), cheek enhancement with fillers ( like voluma) does help to achieve a chiseled face.

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

Buccal fat pad removal is a great operation when performed in properly selected patients and not just utilized haphazardly to create enhanced definition in a face. If your lower cheeks or submalar area (the area below your cheekbones themselves) are somewhat thin or narrow, taking out the buccal fat will highlight your cheekbones but possibly, with a trade off-that, could result in a gaunt, older looking face. To get more customized approach to your concerns as well as find out the exact cost, it is best to have an in person consultation for a board certified plastic surgeon.

Philip Solomon, MD, FRCS · Answer

You potentially could create a slimmer face with conservative buccal fat extraction and possibly jawline liposuction.  You need an in office consultation and to fully understand the risks and limitations of these procedures.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear viktoriasaklofske,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination but if you are looking to make your face slimmer, then you might consider buccal fat removal surgery. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

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