Tired of your “chipmunk cheeks”? There is a solution to correct the facial angles and contours and get a more aesthetic appearance- Buccal fat pad removal.

This is a surgery that removes excess fat pads from the cheeks to create a more contoured facial appearance. Buccal fat pad reduction is a quick procedure that usually takes less than an hour to complete. You can choose an IV sedation or local anesthesia. Small incisions are made on the inside portion of the mouth and cheeks so that parts of the fat pads can easily and safely be removed or reduced in size.

Following a buccal fat removal surgery, you may experience some discomfort and pain as well as some swelling. Pain medication and cold packs will be given to patients to alleviate the soreness.