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My cheeks are much fatter after buccal fat removal, 1 year post op. Any suggestions on what I should do? (photos)

Honest820819Sep 18, 2022
I had buccal fat removal almost a year ago and my cheeks are much chubbier from the surgery. The scar tissue has caused a permanent swelling and my cheeks feel tough and swollen. I have paid thousands to have a result which is the absolute opposite of what I wanted. I’m really disappointed with the treatment. Any suggestions? The skinner photo is before the surgery.

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