Is buccal fat removal the right procedure? (Photos)

To address the fullness in your face and achieve the "V" shaped jawline you desire, there are a few different options. First, it would be helpful to measure the thickness of the subcutaneous fat tissue using ultrasound. If there is excess fat, methods like Vaser liposuction (Vaserlipo) can be...

There are several things here that can be considered. We can look at your masseter muscle, the jaw bone, the cheek bone, and the buccal fat. Each of these can be considered to improve symmetry. These are common procedures in my office.

The buccal fat shrinks with age just like fat in other areas of the face. The buccal fat pad descends with aging and becomes more visible as people age. I mainly remove buccal fat in heavier faces earlier in life. Having said that, I have had several older patients with repeated facelifts that...

Buccal fat doesn’t grow back. The result is permanent. Your results should last, unless you experience substantial weight gain or loss. Best thing to keep the best outcome is to maintain a healthy weight.

It is very likely that a combination of liposuction of mild jowls and correction of Marionette lines with filler or nano fat grafts would created desired improvement. In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in these procedures is recommended. Good luck.

Thank you for posting your question here!My answer will be based on the limited information and pictures provided, for a detailed and personalized plan please consult with your plastic surgeon in person . it is hard to tell completely what is going on based on the pictures provided alone. I am...