How can I remove fat pouches present underneath my bottom lip? (photo)

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William Groff, DO · Answer

This is your natural lip tissue which is supporting your very full and symmetrical lips.  I strongly suggest avoiding any treatment to remove it.  I recommend scheduling a consultation with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist who is an expert in facial rejuvenation techniques if you have specific questions regarding your facial anatomy.  In my practice, we combine dermal fillers with over 45 lasers, Botox, and other treatment modalities to customize treatments for the unique needs of each of our patients. Good luck!

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

I appreciate your question and photo. I agree with the other surgeons in this thread that think your lips are a beautiful shape without any anatomical abnormality to address. If you tried to adjust this area, chances are the results would not look as aesthetically pleasing as your current appearance.

Scott Trimas, MD · Answer

Actually, your lips look nice and full and I would not make any adjustments to the white portion along the side of the lip. This is likely the orbicularis muscle which supports your lower lip and helps to maintain the shape and fullness.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Your lip is lovely. What will it be like if someone agrees to attempt to remove this natural feature?  You might very well come to regret this choice. That volume supports the lower lip. I think you would be disfigured by this choice. I hope you rethink this desire.

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions. I would agree with others that this is a completely normal anatomical finding and consistent with a young, full lip. Don't go chasing what does not need to be fixed.Good luck!Dallas R. Buchanan, MD, FACSOwner & Board-Certified Plastic SurgeonVIVIFY plastic surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  These areas are typically muscle and skin and not amenable to liposuction.  A very normal finding, no treatment tis necessary.

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

Your lips are pretty. What you are seeing is a normal anatomical finding that does not need to be removed. You are seeing a prominent white roll laterally.

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

There is absolutely nothing wrong with what you call a fatty pouch under the lip. This column of soft tissue supports your lip and if removed will result in your lip over hanging. Don't do anything. Good luck from New York City