Buccal fat removal is on the path to become one of the hottest and fastest growing cosmetic surgeries in 2020. The procedure–which requires a talented and experienced cosmetic surgeon–removes the buccal fat pads located in the cheeks. This usually results in a natural slimming of the face and can provide added definition to the cheekbones. 

While many people find themselves dissatisfied with the amount of fat in their cheeks, when the procedure is performed on an unideal candidate, it can quicken the aging process and result in unwanted gauntness in the area earlier in life. Anyone thinking about buccal fat pad removal should use careful consideration and consult with a board-certified cosmetic surgeon.

Buccal fat removal candidates should be at least 25 and at a healthy body weight. Weight gain, hormonal factors, and age can all contribute to the amount of fat present in your cheeks. Some people, however, are genetically predisposed to carry excess fat in their cheeks. In which case, weight loss, lifestyle changes, and other medical interventions will not result in a reduction of cheek fat. These are usually the best candidates for buccal fat removal.

To schedule a consultation at The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery, call us at 425-775-3561 or contact us online.

Dr. Craig Jonov

About Dr. Jonov

Dr. Jonov is a board-certified cosmetic surgeon (American Board of Cosmetic Surgery) offering advanced surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures to patients throughout Lynnwood and the surrounding Seattle area. He completed medical school at the Medical College of Pennsylvania and a General Surgery residency at Allegheny General Hospital, followed by fellowships in Facial Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery and in General Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery. Selected by Bioform Medical to train physicians in injection techniques across the western U.S., Dr. Jonov has over a decade of BOTOX® and filler experience and is viewed as an expert in facial rejuvenation.

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