I have a lot of fat in the mid cheek area and jaw area. What should I have done? I want a V-shape face. Although I lose a lot of weight, the lower cheek area doesn't seem to go down.
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January 29, 2025
Answer: Buccal fat removal or facial liposuction? = possibly both #buccalfatremoval #chinlipo
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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 s...
A buccal fat removal procedure can provide slimming in the lower face, in the lower anterior cheek region specifically. It can also help create more definition in the lower face depending on the overall bone and underlying tissue structure of the face. It is best to consult a board certified fa...