Looking to change my face shape. Too wide and round. Will buccal fat removal work, jaw reduction, or injections? (photos)

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Hi, I am 23 years old and I am looking to change my entire face. I've been insecure for years and I feel like my insecurity is becoming worse. My biggest problem is my face shape. My face structure is naturally round and wide and it is the first thing anyone notices. No matter how much weight I lose in my face, it is still very flat, wide, and hideous. My cheekbones also have no definition. I know I need other procedures done as well, but this is my main focus. What can I do? help! Thank you!

John Mesa, MD · Answer

Buccal fat removal is the plastic surgery procedure that removes the fullness of the lower anterior cheeks (Chubby cheeks). Therefore, buccal fat removal helps round faces to look more V-shape or chiseled. When combined with chin liposuction and enhancement of the cheek bones it could deliver a very feminine and attractive facial look. 
Patients interested in chubby cheek correction should make a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon specialist in buccal fat removal.
John Mesa MD
New Jersey Buccal Fat Removal Specialist.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Buccal fat excision is an appropriate surgical procedure for patients that of overly full and wide cheek areas. In common terms, it is good for patients who have chipmunk cheeks. Liposuction can also be used to further slim the face. In reviewing your pictures, is difficult to tell if you're a good candidate because your cheek area is slightly full but not overly full. You are a patient that would need and in person consultation for a complete evaluation and explanation of the positives and negatives of this procedure in your situation.
I hope this helps.

Ali Gurlek, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and Pictures

The buccal fat pad is a rounded mass of fat in the middle of your cheek. It’s located between facial muscles, in the hollow area beneath your cheekbone. 
The size of your buccal fat pads affects your face shape. Everyone has buccal fat pads. However, the size of buccal fat pads can vary greatly. If you have larger buccal fat pads, you might feel like your face is too round or full. You can be a candidate for a Buccal Pad removal surgery.

Best of Luck

Raj S. Ambay, MD · Answer

First, let me say that you are not hideous as you say and your face is not ugly.  I think you are more attractive than you know. Everyone is insecure about something on their body. Plastic Surgery procedures are great to make fine tweaks in areas of your greatest insecurities. It is not appropriate to completely change around your face. Plus, you don’t need that. Buccal fat pad reduction will chisel your lower face. One way to get a preview is to suck in your cheeks and see if you like that look. If that’s works for you then see a plastic surgeon to get specifics after a proper exam is done.

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