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Buccal Fat Removal

Sculpt your cheeks. Contour your face.

Sculpt your cheeks. Contour your face.

Dr. Meryam Shikara, a facial plastic surgeon is wearing a patterned surgical cap, face mask, and protective eyewear, working on a rhinoplasty.

Buccal fat removal is a contouring procedure that reduces fullness in the lower cheeks. This subtle refinement brings definition to the cheekbones and slims the overall face.

Benefits of a Buccal Fat Removal:

  • Reduces cheek roundness

  • Enhances cheekbone definition

  • Creates a slimmer facial contour

  • Permanent results with minimal downtime

Common Question

  • Best for individuals with full, rounded cheeks seeking more definition. Ideal candidates have a healthy weight and stable facial structure. This is often done as part of a deep plane facelift for the appropriate candidate.

  • Performed under local anesthesia, a small incision is made inside the mouth. The buccal fat pad is gently removed, and no visible scars are left. Recovery is quick—most patients resume daily activity within a few days.