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Jowl Liposuction or Buccal Fat Removal to Reduce Cheek Fat?

chipmunck cheeksDec 18, 2009

Hi Doctors, As I grew older and put on some weight, I noticed that my cheeks began to get bigger. I am considering some surgery but not sure if it buccal fat removal or jowl lipo. I want a more tapered look and avoid looking like I have cotton in my mouth. Thanks.

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