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Would buccal fat removal or another procedure help reduce this part of my face from sticking out? (Photo)

arianatrenteSep 30, 2022
I have facial asymmetry due to one side sticking out more at the jowl area I’m not sure if it’s fat or if it’s a structure issue. I am lost as to what procedure would be best to even it out. I don’t want to place filler on the other side, would rather remove the “fatter” side. Is there a facial lipo that would be better than buccal fat due to the area?

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Dr. David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Oct 5, 2022
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