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Am I a good candidate for buccal fat removal? 32 y/o, previously had liposuction and botox in the same area. (photos)

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Awesome592823Jan 25, 2023

Age: 32 Previous procedures done: cheek and chin lipo, jaw botox

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Ozge Ergun, MD

Thanks for your question. The Buccal Fat of the face makes the face look fuller but considering how low your fat percentage is, you can benefit from removing your buccal fat and it can give more definition to your face. You should consult to a board certified surgeon for more information.

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Jonathan Kulbersh, MD

Thank you for your question and for the photos you provided. Combining buccal fat removal with your facelift revision will likely enhance your results and create a more defined contour. Removing the buccal fat pad can reduce excess fullness beneath the cheekbones to sculpt and define the cheeks...

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Jose Telich, MD

Dear Generous9647, thank you for your question. Significant weight loss, particularly in conditions like anorexia, can lead to fat loss in the buccal and malar areas of the face. However, fat loss in these areas is typically not permanent and can return if you regain weight. If your face...

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Jonathan Kulbersh, MD

Thank you for your question and photos. The protrusions you’re referring to may be best treated with a combination of injectable fillers and RF microneedling. By administering filler to the areas of the face that have lost volume, the subtle lift may reduce the appearance of these pockets u...

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Timothy Osborn, MD

When you remove the masseter, you have to balance the inherent asymmetry of the face. You can remove different shape, width, and height based on what you are seeing. Once it is gone, it is pretty well gone. Some people get swelling long-term or scarring that will happen late which looks similar...

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Jonathan Kulbersh, MD

Thank you for your question and for providing photos. You appear to be a candidate for a buccal lipectomy to reduce fullness in the area of the face you’re referring to. By removing all or some of the buccal fat pads, the lower third portion of your face can be slenderized and your cheekbone a...

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