Buccal fat reduction has gained popularity over recent years as a way to slim the appearance of the lower face. However, careful patient selection and conservative buccal fat reduction is critical to attain a good result and avoid a prematurely aged or hollowed appearance.

Buccal fat reduction is performed using incisions hidden inside the cheek and is intended to reduce excess facial fullness in the lower cheek area just lateral to the corners of the mouth.

Buccal fat reduction can be done alone, but is often performed in conjunction with rhinoplasty, facelift and facial liposuction procedures to significantly improve facial contours & proportions.