Would this be considered buccal fat pads? Or what are these “bumps”? (Photo)

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Very curious to know what these are? I keep thinking buccal fat pads. But seems like theyre a bit low, and close to the mouth corners? They emphasize when smiling. But are still present when face expression is neutral, shows more in certain lightings. I am 24years old. Which treatments could help diminish their appearance?

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

Buccal fat pads can increase the bulkiness of one's smile and Buccal Fat Removal is a procedure that can reduce it. These bumps are a combination of buccal fat, skin, muscle – and of course – the overall anatomy of the bone. This procedure can reduce them but because of this reason that they made be caused an anatomical issue, they may not remove them completely.

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Hello! It could be buccal fat though I agree that the area seems a bit too low. You muscles at the corner of your mouth may be slightly more prominent on that side. There could also be a small area of fat the becomes noticeable with smiling such as a lipoma. Given your age and nice facial features, I would stay conservative. Sometimes, imaging like a CT can be useful. Microneedling may help to refine the surface skin. I would seek consultation with a facial plastic surgeon to learn more!

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