Global facial optimization with:
Buccal fat pad excision
Tear trough augmentation
Cheekbone augmentation
Nonsurgical rhinoplasty
Lip augmentation
Neuromodulator brow lift
Chin augmentation
Buccal fat pad excision is a nuanced procedure that, when performed with precision, can enhance facial aesthetics in several ways. Here are five key ways I use it to improve facial balance and contour:
1. Refining the Lower Face in Select Patients
I use buccal fat pad excision to sculpt the lower third of the face in patients with full or rounded cheeks that obscure underlying bone structure. This helps create a more defined transition from the cheek to the jawline, enhancing the natural contour without over-hollowing.
2. Improving Midface Definition
In patients with mild to moderate midface ptosis or a heavy appearance in the lower cheek, a conservative excision of the buccal fat pad can improve the perception of cheekbone prominence. This enhances the Ogee curve and restores youthful definition.
3. Balancing Jawline Contours
For individuals with a weak or less prominent jawline, removing excess buccal fat can sharpen the lower face, creating a more angular and chiseled look. When paired with chin or jawline augmentation (implant or filler), the result is a more proportionate and structured lower face.
4. Enhancing the Effects of Facelift Surgery
In patients undergoing a facelift, selective buccal fat removal helps eliminate residual fullness in the mid-to-lower cheek area, refining the overall lift result. This is particularly beneficial in cases where soft tissue descent has led to a widened or boxy lower face.
5. Correcting Facial Asymmetry
Buccal fat asymmetry can contribute to an imbalanced appearance, particularly in patients with naturally fuller cheeks. I use tailored fat pad reduction—sometimes asymmetric excision—to harmonize the facial structure while maintaining natural volume where needed.
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