Will bucca fat make me look older? (Photo)

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I’ve been told buccal fat removal would benefit me but some people who’ve gotten the procedure look older and say it leaves a hollow when making certain expressions. I want a youthful appearance, not an old one. I want to add that I’ve gained a lot of stubborn weight due to pregnancy so I will upload pics of my face before I got pregnant. Do I need buccal fat removal? Since it’s irreversible I’m afraid to regret it. My aesthetic goal is Lynda Carter’s face structure IF it suits me.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Thank you for submitting your question and photos. You appear to be a candidate for buccal fat removal to create a less rounded face shape. This procedure improves cheek and jawline definition for a more sculpted and youthful appearance. Since you seem to have strong cheekbones and sufficient facial volume, buccal fat removal is unlikely to negatively affect your appearance or make you look older.

I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon. They will be able to evaluate your concern and determine whether or not this may be the right procedure for you.

Anthony Farole, DMD · Answer

Candy,Your question is a good one and the answer depends on the face/skin type. Your photo indicates to me you have good tissue tone, and strong underlying muscle and connective tissue. Therefore you will not look older even as you do get older because you have the protection of your skin elasticity, muscle and underlying connective tissue support.You are a good candidate for buccal fat removal.

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

It looks like you would be a great candidate for buccal fat removal and in this case, it should not make you look older/gaunt.

When performed on the right patients and with the right technique, it offers dramatic results. The procedure is personalized for each individual and the amount of buccal fat taken varies for each individual.

Of course, an « in person » exam is necessary.

I hope this helps,
best of luck !

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