Fat transfer after buccal fat removal, which I regret, and jaw reduction. Will scars in mouth affect fat transfer?

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I had buccal fat and jaw reduction 6 years ago. I like the jaw reduction, but regret the buccal fat removal. Due to the surgeries I have scars inside my mouth they both did both surgeries in my mouth... the scars and healed but I can still feel them.. will this affect my fat transfer?? I want my fat back in the buccal fat region because my cheeks look hollow. I am 27years old and also asian and have really thin skin. Thin skin is also an issue, I'm scared I'll get lumps or bumps.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I think that fat grafting to the hollowed area is the best option.Find a board certified plastic surgeon who performs hundreds of fat transfer and
liposuction procedures each year.  Look for great reviews and great 
before 
and after pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Thomas A. Lamperti, MD · Answer

It should be possible to use facial fat grafting techniques to replace the fat that was removed during your prior buccal fat removal.The fat is normally placed through small access points on the outside of the face so the inner incision shouldn't be a big problem. An exam would ultimately be needed to assess how much improve could be made, of course.The key to avoiding lumps with fat grafting is the proper deep placement of the fat. This allow the area to be augmented while preventing the fat from being too close to the skin.You can read more about facial fat grafting at my web reference link below.

Armin Moshyedi, MD · Answer

The healed scars in your mouth will not affect having fat transfers as long as there is not excessive scar tissue where your buccal fat pads used to be.

George Commons, MD (retired) · Answer

Fat transfer to the face is very successful and should work well.  The old scars etc. will not be a problem.  Seek care from a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.  I wish you well.  My Best,  Dr C

Fat transfer after buccal fat removal, which I regret, and jaw reduction. Will scars in mouth affect fat transfer?

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Answer: Fat transfer to face

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Fat transfer after buccal fat removal, which I regret, and jaw reduction. Will scars in mouth affect fat transfer?

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