Scottsdale – Everyone has buccal fat pads. These are located in the cheek, and specifically, in the soft, round part of the cheek.  Excessively large buccal fat pads can give you a “chubby cheeks,” or “chipmunk cheeks” appearance. Being overweight or having a genetic predisposition can lead to full round cheeks. Buccal fat removal offers a solution to those who want to reduce the size of their cheeks. Removal of these fat pads can improve the contour of the cheeks and face.

A buccal fat excision is performed through incisions inside the mouth and can remove a significant fat pad from the cheeks. The overall effect of the operation is to rejuvenate the outward aspect of the face, but also to give the face a thinner appearance. The cheek volume appears reduced and the face develops an improved contour. The buccal fat excision effectively reduces the so called “chipmunk” cheeks. The incision inside the mouth, heals quickly, and is not noticeable, requiring little care.

The buccal fat pad inside the cheek is of significant size in patients with full cheeks and removing it, usually makes an important difference.These are some reasons buccal fat excision is needed:

  • You desire thinner cheeks.
  • You desire an improved facial contour.
  • You wish to gain a boost in your self-esteem.
  • You desire to look thinner.

Considering buccal fat excision in the Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona area? Please call (480) 970-2580 or use our contact form to schedule a complimentary consultation.