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How can I improve my sagging lower face? (Photo)

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meugeJan 13, 2023

I know I am a candidate for a chin implant but I am not interested in getting this procedure. I am wondering if maybe buccal fat removal would work for my face and help make it slimmer/tighter, or which procedures you recommend.

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Jonathan Kulbersh, MD

Thank you for submitting your question and photos. Buccal fat removal is an excellent option for reducing fullness and slimming the lower portion of your face, creating a more defined cheekbone and jawline contour. Since buccal fat tissue is not regrown, the results of this procedure are...

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Jonathan Kulbersh, MD

Thank you for submitting your question and photo. You appear to have an ideal face shape for buccal fat removal without creating a gaunt appearance. This procedure can promote better cheek and jawline definition while also slenderizing the lower third portion of your face. I recommend...

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Jonathan Kulbersh, MD

Thank you for your question and photos. You may benefit most from buccal fat removal to reduce chubby cheeks and slenderize the lower third portion of your face. This procedure can improve your cheek and jawline definition while reducing fullness to create a more sculpted and balanced appearance...

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Jonathan Kulbersh, MD

Thank you for your question and photos. While perfect symmetry is impossible to obtain, buccal fat removal can create a more symmetrical appearance. During this procedure, the necessary amount of buccal fat can be removed to bring both sides of your face into balance while reducing overall cheek...

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Jonathan Kulbersh, MD

Thank you for your question and photos. You may benefit from buccal fat removal to reduce fullness in your cheeks and create a more well-defined cheek and jawline contour. Since buccal fat tissue is not regrown, the results of this procedure are permanent. I recommend scheduling an in-person...

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Jacob Tower, MD

Hello, hope you are well. From a technical point of view, a history of buccal fat removal is not a contraindication to undergoing facelift surgery. Sometimes buccal fat is removed during a facelift to sculpt the lower face, but it is not 'hooked', 'pulled' or necessary to achieve a lift. (More...

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