I had buccal fat pad removal surgery done and although im happy with my results there are moments where i find my lower cheeks to be too hollow (almost like a hole on each side). I was wondering if the surgeon was to aggressive with the removal or is the removal of buccal fat pad an all or nothing type of thing? as in you either remove the whole fat pad or you don't. thank you.
February 20, 2025
Answer: Can a surgeon be too aggressive with buccal fat pad removal=it depends on the patient's goals and expectations #buccalfatremoval The amount of buccal fat to be removed during surgery varies according different factors. Those factors include the amount of buccal fat encountered and most importantly the cheek look that ultimately the patient would like to achieve.
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February 20, 2025
Answer: Can a surgeon be too aggressive with buccal fat pad removal=it depends on the patient's goals and expectations #buccalfatremoval The amount of buccal fat to be removed during surgery varies according different factors. Those factors include the amount of buccal fat encountered and most importantly the cheek look that ultimately the patient would like to achieve.
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November 9, 2017
Answer: Buccal Fat removal is safe Generally, we remove about 1 gram of buccal fat which is about the size of an egg yolk. The fat that easily protrudes through the incision is all that is removed. Some fat needs to be left in place to cushion the area and allow the chewing muscles to glide freely. It is possible to remove too much fat if the surgeon is too aggressive or poorly trained. An experienced Facial Plastic Surgeon would be the safest bet.
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November 9, 2017
Answer: Buccal Fat removal is safe Generally, we remove about 1 gram of buccal fat which is about the size of an egg yolk. The fat that easily protrudes through the incision is all that is removed. Some fat needs to be left in place to cushion the area and allow the chewing muscles to glide freely. It is possible to remove too much fat if the surgeon is too aggressive or poorly trained. An experienced Facial Plastic Surgeon would be the safest bet.
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