Would I benefit from buccal fat removal and how will it affect the aging process? 21 y/o (photos)

Thank you for submitting your question and photos. Buccal fat pad removal is an ideal procedure for reducing excess fullness beneath the cheekbones to sculpt and define the cheeks and jawline. As with any cosmetic surgery, this treatment option should be catered to your specific needs, only removing the necessary amount of the fat pad to achieve your desired result. While the removal of buccal fat pad tissue is permanent, it should have no effect on the aging process if it is performed correctly. If you’re unsure about surgery at this time, you may want to consider Botox injections to slenderize the jawline. When injected into the masseter muscle, its size is reduced to provide a slimming effect to the lower third portion of the face that can last for approximately 3-4 months. I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon or expert injector. They will be able to review your concerns, answer any questions you may have, and help you decide on the best treatment option.

very good question and concern. Back in the 1980s plastic surgeon were aggressively removing buccal fat to shape the face. However, these patients were noted to develop hollowing in their cheek area as they age. Nowadays, we remove just the tail of the buccal fat pad, which improves the curves in your face and should not have any consequences as you age. This procedure is done in clinic under local anesthesia with no downtime. Hope that was helpful.

It would be very difficult to suggest that buccal fat removal would create any benefits in your case. It would, however, not change the way person age. Hope it helps.