I'm a 34 year old female considering a buccal fat removal surgery as my face is rather round and would like better definition. I read one review of a patient who had the procedure done reporting a complication of nerve damage. Is this a strong possibility even with an experienced facial plastic surgeon? If so, can it eventually reverse? Also, what other complications are possible with this procedure? Thanks!
Answer: Buccal Fat Pad Removal and Complications When a patient has a full and round face and despite weight loss the
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Answer: Buccal Fat Pad Removal and Complications When a patient has a full and round face and despite weight loss the
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January 19, 2018
Answer: Complications of buccal fat pad removal? = they are possible but minimal #buccalfatremoval Severe complications psot buccal fat removal are usually minimal. The more experienced the surgeon, the less the risk.Also the risk could be minimized depending where the incisions for the surgery are placed. the safest one is the high gingivobuccal incision. The other incision placed in the middle of the cheek mucosa theroretically could have increased risk of complications due to its proximity to the nerves of the face.
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January 19, 2018
Answer: Complications of buccal fat pad removal? = they are possible but minimal #buccalfatremoval Severe complications psot buccal fat removal are usually minimal. The more experienced the surgeon, the less the risk.Also the risk could be minimized depending where the incisions for the surgery are placed. the safest one is the high gingivobuccal incision. The other incision placed in the middle of the cheek mucosa theroretically could have increased risk of complications due to its proximity to the nerves of the face.
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January 15, 2018
Answer: Complications are rare with Buccal Fat Removal I have yet to see any complications or nerve-related problems with BF removal. However, the buccal branch of the facial nerve is in general, not close, proximity. The only other structure in the area is the parotid salivary duct or Stenson's duct, which is well anterior to the incision site. We mark the duct with a purple marker prior to the incision, to avoid any inadvertent injury. Buccal Fat Removal is a safe, reliable, and rewarding procedure when performed by a specialist.
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January 15, 2018
Answer: Complications are rare with Buccal Fat Removal I have yet to see any complications or nerve-related problems with BF removal. However, the buccal branch of the facial nerve is in general, not close, proximity. The only other structure in the area is the parotid salivary duct or Stenson's duct, which is well anterior to the incision site. We mark the duct with a purple marker prior to the incision, to avoid any inadvertent injury. Buccal Fat Removal is a safe, reliable, and rewarding procedure when performed by a specialist.
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January 8, 2018
Answer: Buccal Fat Excision Candidate & Possible Complications If you're a candidate, buccal fat removal can give you great results. Buccal fat excision is an appropriate surgical procedure for patients that of overly full and wide cheek areas. In common terms, it is good for patients who have chipmunk cheeks. Liposuction can be used to further slim the face. You are a patient that would need an in person consultation for a complete evaluation and explanation of the positives and negatives of these procedures in your situation.
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January 8, 2018
Answer: Buccal Fat Excision Candidate & Possible Complications If you're a candidate, buccal fat removal can give you great results. Buccal fat excision is an appropriate surgical procedure for patients that of overly full and wide cheek areas. In common terms, it is good for patients who have chipmunk cheeks. Liposuction can be used to further slim the face. You are a patient that would need an in person consultation for a complete evaluation and explanation of the positives and negatives of these procedures in your situation.
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January 8, 2018
Answer: Complications from buccal fat Great question. This is something that you should discuss in detail with your surgeon during consultation. To be honest, nerve injury is rare during buccal fat excision, as is injury to the parotid duct. That being said, inexperience with the anatomy can make injury much more likely to occur. An experienced facial plastic surgeon should have no qualms talking to you about your ability to have this procedure done as well as what limitations they foresee. Injury to the nerve and duct vary, and while permanent injury is possible, it is extremely unlikely. Injury and complication rate usually varies but it is less than 1%. I hope some of this helps! Best of luck!
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January 8, 2018
Answer: Complications from buccal fat Great question. This is something that you should discuss in detail with your surgeon during consultation. To be honest, nerve injury is rare during buccal fat excision, as is injury to the parotid duct. That being said, inexperience with the anatomy can make injury much more likely to occur. An experienced facial plastic surgeon should have no qualms talking to you about your ability to have this procedure done as well as what limitations they foresee. Injury to the nerve and duct vary, and while permanent injury is possible, it is extremely unlikely. Injury and complication rate usually varies but it is less than 1%. I hope some of this helps! Best of luck!
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