I’ve wanted to do something about my chubby cheeks for as long as I can remember. However, as I’m 21 years old I’m curious whether a majority of surgeons would deny the procedure as i’m relatively young? Is there an ideal age for the procedure? Or would there simply be more conservative removal of the fat pad with consideration to the ageing process?
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Answer: Is there an optimal age for Buccal fat removal?
Hello, and thank you for your question. Based on your photos, you may benefit from a combination of procedures. A buccal lipectomy is typically recommended for those who have overly round cheeks that lack definition. Usually, a large cheek fat pad causes this additional fullness from the cheek...
Hello, and thank you for providing photos along with your question. Based on these images, it appears you can benefit from both buccal fat removal and masseter Botox. A buccal lipectomy is an ideal procedure option for patients who have overly round cheeks that lack definition. In many cases,...
The size of the buccal fat pad varies from person to person. In some cases, the amount removed may not be significant enough to create noticeable changes, as this depends on factors such as bony structure, existing fat levels, and any potential weight fluctuations. It's important to note that...