buccal fat pad removal

1 hr

SURGERY TIME

2/10

PAIN LEVEL

7 days

HEALING TIME

93%

“worth it” rating*

WHAT IS IT?

Buccal fat pad removal is used to remove the fat in the lower part of the cheeks to give a more sculpted look. The contour of the lower face is improved by removing the fat in the cheek that is not possible to lose through normal diet and exercise. This surgery gives the appearance of higher cheek bones and a more chiseled face.

TYPES OF INCISIONS

A small incision is made on the inside of the mouth to access the buccal fat. There are no external incisions.

PROCEDURE

The surgery is performed under light sedation and local anesthetic and takes about 1 hour. The buccal fat is about the size of a golf ball or ping-pong ball. Buccal fat pad surgery can be done in conjunction with other procedures to further enhance the facial contour. The location of buccal fat deep within the face prevents its removal with liposuction.