The left side of my face seems to be larger than the right/carries more fat. Is this due to fat or is my masseter muscle just larger on that side? What would fix the asymmetry? (Also I am aware that I have asymmetricsl lips as well)
Answer: Masseter vs. buccal fat It is likely to be the buccal fat, based on the pictures. The best way to tell would be with a physical exam, obviously. That being said, there are some maneuvers that you can perform at home to help you answer your question. the way to isolate the masseter muscle is to clamp down and clench your teeth together real tight. This will flex your masseter muscle. As you feel along the angle of the jaw (towards the back of your jawline) you will feel the muscle belly. You will also be able to feel the border of the muscle. In front of the muscle lies the buccinator muscle and the buccal fat pad. By doing this you should be able to differentiate yourself between the two. Treatments vary - buccal fat excision/reduction works best (i like the intraoral approach), vs for the masseter (botox is a great starting point). I hope some of this helps! Best of luck.
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Answer: Masseter vs. buccal fat It is likely to be the buccal fat, based on the pictures. The best way to tell would be with a physical exam, obviously. That being said, there are some maneuvers that you can perform at home to help you answer your question. the way to isolate the masseter muscle is to clamp down and clench your teeth together real tight. This will flex your masseter muscle. As you feel along the angle of the jaw (towards the back of your jawline) you will feel the muscle belly. You will also be able to feel the border of the muscle. In front of the muscle lies the buccinator muscle and the buccal fat pad. By doing this you should be able to differentiate yourself between the two. Treatments vary - buccal fat excision/reduction works best (i like the intraoral approach), vs for the masseter (botox is a great starting point). I hope some of this helps! Best of luck.
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Answer: Buccal Fat Pad Removal Candidate You are a good candidate for
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December 11, 2017
Answer: Buccal fat or masseter muscle? = it could be both #buccalfatreoval #botoxtomasseter. Asymmetric face could be secondary to differences in the fullness of the cheek bones, buccal fat or masseter muscle in one side of the face compared with the contralateral side. Depending on the cause of the asymmetry, one or more procedures could be performed. Asymmetric buccal fat removal (either removing more buccal fat from one side or removing fat from only one side) could help to achieve more symmetry of the lower ANTERIOR face.Asymmetric Botox treatment of the masseter (to make the muscle shrink) could help to achieve more symmetry of the lower POSTERIOR face.Report
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December 11, 2017
Answer: Buccal fat or masseter muscle? = it could be both #buccalfatreoval #botoxtomasseter. Asymmetric face could be secondary to differences in the fullness of the cheek bones, buccal fat or masseter muscle in one side of the face compared with the contralateral side. Depending on the cause of the asymmetry, one or more procedures could be performed. Asymmetric buccal fat removal (either removing more buccal fat from one side or removing fat from only one side) could help to achieve more symmetry of the lower ANTERIOR face.Asymmetric Botox treatment of the masseter (to make the muscle shrink) could help to achieve more symmetry of the lower POSTERIOR face.Report
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December 7, 2017
Answer: Buccal Fat Excision Candidate for Facial Symmetry Buccal fat excision is an appropriate surgical procedure for patients that of overly full and wide cheek areas. In common terms, it is good for patients who have chipmunk cheeks. Liposuction can be used to further slim the face. In reviewing your pictures, is difficult to tell if you're a good candidate because your cheek area is slightly full but not overly full. You are a patient that would need and in person consultation for a complete evaluation and explanation of the positives and negatives of this procedure in your situation.
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December 7, 2017
Answer: Buccal Fat Excision Candidate for Facial Symmetry Buccal fat excision is an appropriate surgical procedure for patients that of overly full and wide cheek areas. In common terms, it is good for patients who have chipmunk cheeks. Liposuction can be used to further slim the face. In reviewing your pictures, is difficult to tell if you're a good candidate because your cheek area is slightly full but not overly full. You are a patient that would need and in person consultation for a complete evaluation and explanation of the positives and negatives of this procedure in your situation.
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