What type of surgery could get rid of perioral mound fat or tissue around mouth area? (Photo)

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What type of surgery could get rid of perioral mound fat or tissue around mouth area ?

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Hi there! The problem you've identified can definitely be challenging. The area to the side of the mouth is called the modiolus and is where all the muscles for smiling insert. Sometimes, buccal fat removal can assist with reducing the volume of the cheek and subsequently allowing the perioral area to settle a bit. I would be very careful doing anything aggressive around the corners of your mouth as it can lead to permanent deformity and alterations of your smile. Camouflaging with filler or fat transfer to the area of the marionettes can help reduce the appearance of the perioral mounds. Hope this helps you!

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