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25 years old male, interested in a secondary Buccal fat removal. Opinions? (photo)

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Stefanos96Mar 18, 2022

I'm 25 years old Male. I had orthognathic surgery more than a year ago. In this surgery they also transferred my buccal fat pads next to my nose in the paranasal area. I was wondering if it's possible to remove them from this area, because it doesn't look natural or good. Thank you.

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