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Would I benefit/be an appropriate candidate for buccal fat removal? (Photos)

These are a few photos of my face. I am currently very thin and was very thin when all of these were taken. I know genetics can play a role, and my mother’s side of my family has always had fuller faces. I am wondering if I would be a good candidate for the procedure?

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