The cheeks are a frequent area of concern for patients seeking facial plastic surgery. Whether it be due to aging, genetics, or weight fluctuation, the cheek area can cause a variety of cosmetic issues that patients want to be addressed. Two of the most popular procedures for cheek enhancement include cheek augmentation and buccal fat […]
Facial Plastic Surgery Questions: What Is Buccal Fat Pad Removal?
Buccal fat pad removal–also known as cheek reduction surgery–slims the face by removing all or a portion of a fat pad located in the cheeks. The buccal fat pad contributes to a full round look in the cheeks of children, but this fullness is supposed to slim during puberty. For some people, however, this fat […]
