Hi, I’ve attached a picture of myself at different weights. I’m 22 female and I am 5’7 tall. My body is very skinny. But whenever I do gain weight it goes to my face.I have since lost weight again and I am now 116lbs, but the stubborn lower cheek fat remains. I used to have a contoured face. Now I look fat even tho I’m not! What procedure would help? Would buccal fat removal address the lower area?
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February 6, 2023
Answer: Consider your options for slimming the lower face
Great question and its v hard to tell from your pictures exactly what would be a good option for you. I do see some facial asymmetry however Idk whats the best option. Filers, buccal fat etc are all options.
Hello Elena! Thanks for the question. A buccal fat pad removal would be a nice option. This is a relatively easy procedure which can be done in the office. The fat pad is about the size of a walnut and provides nice slimming. The incision is inside the mouth so nothing visible. The recovery is...
You have a good division/definition of the cheek and jawline from BFR, there may just be too much width of the jaw/masseter or you could use a little AP projection of your cheeks. It is probably not a 'fat' issue but the supporting bone. Looks like there may be a chin implant too so adding some...
