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Would a be a good candidate for buccal fat removal? (photo)

midwestmomx3Sep 11, 2023
Hello. I will be getting a facelift in a few months. The doctor has also recommended buccal fat removal to enhance my results. I am nervous this will make me look gaunt. In your opinion , would I be a good candidate for buccal fat removal? Thank you for your time!

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Hello, hope you are well. Thank you for submitting your photos and question. I agree that if you are planning to lose weight, it is always to your benefit to stabilize your weight at your goal prior to undergoing most face and neck contouring procedures (including buccal fat removal,...

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Hello, hope you are well. Thank you for submitting your question and photos. Buccal fat removal is a great way to slim the lower cheeks and face. You appear to have good cheek projection, and I do not think the procedure would make you appear old/hollow. It is a very straightforward and quick...

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