What can I do to slim my face? Am I a candidate for buccal fat removal? (photos)
September 16, 2022
Asked By:slyfox89 in Perth, Western Australia, Australia
I have a very round face. I’ve had countouring fillers in my chin and jaw area, and I’ve had my masseter area treated with Botox however there’s been no noticeable change in the slimming of my moon face. It’s also worse when I smile. What can I do to slim my face? Am I a candidate for buccal fat removal? Thanks!
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Answer: Buccal fat removal: things you should know
It's important to understand the impact that different operations can have to your face.
Buccal Fat Removal will reduce volume to the cheeks but will most likely not have an effect on the nasolabial folds. You mentioned you have an underbite, this means that possibly the chin is under-projected...
Thank you for posting your question and photos. You may benefit from dermal fillers or a facial fat transfer to volumize the area of the face you’re referring to. Dermal fillers can provide soft enhancement in the cheek area by adding fullness, with results lasting for approximately 6-12 m...