Would I benefit from buccal fat removal? (Photo)

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Im a 30 year old female. I was recommended to get buccal fat removal, chin implant and neck lift by a local surgeon but want second opinions. I am also currently having orthodontic treatment to fix an overbite as much as possible but anticipate this not having a big chge to my facial structure. thank you all for your amazing professional insigth.

John Mesa, MD · Answer

Patients in their early 30s with enlarged cheeks causing a chubby appearance, especially during a smile, could benefit from buccal fat removal.

Buccal fat removal eliminates the buccal fat pads, which are pockets of fat contributing to the fullness of the lower anterior face or a chubby smile, helping patients achieve a thinner, V-shaped appearance.

At age 30, it is unlikely that any patient requires a neck lift. If a patient wants to improve the appearance of the jaw and under-chin area in their early 30s, the most likely procedure to consider is extended chin liposuction with or without skin tightening. A neck lift is only indicated when the muscle of the neck is sagging, which usually starts happening in the late 40s or early 50s. At age 30, the neck muscle typically still has good strength and therefore very unlikely needs to be surgically managed with a neck lift.

I hope this helps!

Sincerely,

John Mesa, MD  
Buccal Fat Removal and Extended Chin Liposuction Specialist Plastic Surgeon  
New York - New Jersey - Miami

Giray Genc, MD · Answer

In my opinion, the biggest problem about your face small and retracted jaw bone. Some jaw position problems need to be corrected with orthognatic surgeries. If your bite problem can solve with orthodontic treatment, then you can get an improvement with buccal fat removal and chin implant. neck lift surgery would be too much for your age i think

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Based on your nicely posted photos in my opinion over the Internet, I would recommend an anterior mini neck lift with muscle complication, buckle, fat removal, either chin implant small to medium size or HA filler injection to syringes to chin. Fee from $10,000-$20,000. Best of virtual consult with.

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