Which areas of the face respond well to fat loss via diet and exercise?

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I understand buccal fat does not respond to diet and exercise. Does the rest of the fat in the face, specifically the lower 1/3 of the cheek near the corners of the mouth respond well to weight loss? I always thought the buccal fat herniated into this area and if you removed the buccal fat, you would see a difference in the lower 1/3 as well. For me, the buccal fat "effect" is much higher up near my upper molars. In the picture, how can I best address that "bulge" by the corner of the mouth?

Joubin Gabbay, MD · Answer

You ask a very good question!  The bottom line is that weight loss has different effects on the fat distribution on everyone.  The area you show typically does not change much after buccal fat reduction. In your case, you may want to consider liposuction of the jaw line/neck.  I'd recommend an in person examination to get a better idea of what options are available to you.  It is important that you seek the advice of a surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and who has extensive experience with buccal fat reduction surgery.  
I wish you the best! 
Dr. Gabbay.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

It's hard to predict how the face will thin with diet and exercise. This area may be improved with a combination of facial liposuction and/or buccal fat removal.  Please visit a board-certified facial plastic surgeon for a consultation to see what options would be best for you and to formulate a treatment plan. I hope this helps.

Ali Gurlek, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question

The buccal fat pad is a rounded mass of fat in the middle of your cheek. It’s located between facial muscles, in the hollow area beneath your cheekbone. 
The size of your buccal fat pads affects your face shape. Everyone has buccal fat pads. However, the size of buccal fat pads can vary greatly. If you have larger buccal fat pads, you might feel like your face is too round or full. You can be a candidate for a Buccal Pad removal surgery.

Best of Luck

Which areas of the face respond well to fat loss via diet and exercise?

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