F 21 - I've seen a lot of people hate on buccal fat removal or reduction. I have pretty big buccal fat pads and have had multiple surgeons tell me in person I'd be a great candidate for buccal reduction. But I'm worried because so many people say it makes you look older quicker or too hollow and age horribly... i don't want that at all. Is it true about the poor aging? Or is it more about how much is removed, and if you really are a good canidate or not?
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You do have full cheeks and buccal fat removal would have a nice slimming effect on your face. You do have some jowling so a facelift could be done at the same time.
It seems you are a suitable candidate for Buccal Fat Pad Removal. I perform Buccal Fat Pad Removal to enhance my patient's facial features and create a more defined contour. Buccal Fat Pad Removal is a permanent procedure, and the adipose tissues do not have the potential for regrowth, making it...
I have a feeling both procedures will leave you disappointed.
Fundamentally facial aesthetics are based on bone structure.
I suggest having multiple in person consultations with senior plastic surgeons in your area.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD
