Buccal Fat Removal NYC

Achieve a slimmer, more sculpted facial appearance with buccal fat removal at Leong Facial Plastic Surgery NYC. Dr. Paul Leong offers expert facial contouring to help enhance your natural beauty and create a more refined look.

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Sculpt Your Face With Buccal Fat Removal

For many, excess fullness in the cheeks—often referred to as "chipmunk cheeks"—can create a rounder facial appearance, even when they maintain a healthy weight. Buccal fat removal is an ideal solution for patients looking to reduce this cheek volume and achieve a more defined, contoured facial structure.

What Is Buccal Fat Removal?

Buccal fat removal targets the buccal fat pads, which are located in the lower cheeks. By removing or reducing this fat, you can achieve a slimmer, more sculpted look, highlighting the natural angles of your face and enhancing your overall appearance.

At Leong Facial Plastic Surgery NYC, Dr. Paul Leong delivers subtle, natural results that enhance your facial contours, creating a more harmonious balance between your cheeks, jawline, and overall facial structure.

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Why Choose Leong Facial Plastic Surgery?

At Leong Facial Plastic Surgery, transparency and integrity are at the core of everything we do. Dr. Leong is dedicated to providing patients with realistic expectations and delivering results that enhance their natural beauty. There are no sales pitches or trendy procedures here—only a focus on what is best for you. With Dr. Leong’s deep understanding of facial anatomy and a commitment to achieving balanced, natural outcomes, you can trust your buccal fat removal procedure to our expert team.

It’s your face—trust it to a specialist.

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What Can Buccal Fat Removal Achieve?

Buccal fat removal is a highly effective way to refine the lower face by reducing excess fullness in the cheeks. This procedure is perfect for those who feel that their face appears too round or “chubby” and are seeking a more sculpted, defined look.

By removing or reducing the buccal fat pads, this procedure can:

Create a slimmer, more contoured facial shape
Enhance cheekbone definition
Improve the balance between the cheeks and jawline
Highlight your natural facial angles and structure

Buccal fat removal is often combined with other cosmetic procedures, such as chin augmentation or facial liposuction, to achieve a more comprehensive facial sculpting result.

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What Are the Limitations of Buccal Fat Removal?

While buccal fat removal can provide excellent results for the right candidate, it’s essential to understand that this procedure is not suitable for everyone. As we age, our facial fat naturally decreases, which can result in a gaunt appearance over time. For some patients, removing too much fat from the cheeks at a young age could lead to an overly hollow appearance in the future.

During your consultation for buccal fat removal in NYC, Dr. Leong will carefully evaluate your facial structure and discuss your long-term goals to determine whether buccal fat removal with our team is the best option for you. It’s important to take a conservative approach with this procedure to ensure you maintain a balanced, youthful look over time.

What to Expect During Your Buccal Fat Removal Consultation

During your consultation for buccal fat removal, Dr. Leong will assess your facial anatomy, discuss your aesthetic goals, and determine if you’re a good candidate for the procedure. You will also have the opportunity to review before and after photos of buccal fat removal patients to understand the potential results. Ideal candidates for buccal fat removal are typically healthy individuals who:

Have fuller, rounder cheeks that they’d like to slim down
Desire a more sculpted, defined facial appearance
Are looking for a subtle enhancement without drastic changes to their overall look

Dr. Leong will help you determine the best approach to achieving your desired result while maintaining a natural, balanced appearance.

Choosing the Right Surgeon for Buccal Fat Removal

Buccal fat removal is a specialized procedure that requires an experienced surgeon who understands the nuances of facial anatomy. Over-removal of buccal fat can result in a sunken, aged appearance, so it’s critical to find a surgeon who takes a conservative approach.

Dr. Leong is known for his meticulous attention to detail and commitment to delivering natural, long-lasting results. His philosophy is to enhance, not drastically change, your appearance—ensuring you look like the best version of yourself.

How Does the Buccal Fat Removal Procedure Work?

On the day of your buccal fat removal procedure, local anesthesia or sedation will be used to ensure your comfort. Dr. Leong will make small incisions inside the mouth so there are no visible scars. He will then carefully remove or reduce the buccal fat pads to slim the lower cheeks and enhance your facial contours.

The procedure typically takes about an hour and is minimally invasive, meaning you can return home the same day. After the procedure, you may experience mild swelling and discomfort, but these side effects usually resolve within a few days.

Because the incisions are inside the mouth, there are no external scars, and the recovery time is relatively short. Most patients can return to their normal activities within a week, with final results visible once the swelling subsides.

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Financing Options for Buccal Fat Removal

Buccal fat removal is considered a cosmetic procedure and is typically not covered by insurance. However, we offer flexible financing options to help make the procedure more affordable. Our office accepts cash, CareCredit, checks, and major credit cards to ensure convenient payment options for our patients. For more information on financing or to get an estimate for your buccal fat removal procedure, please contact our office.

Contact Dr. Leong Today

If you’re ready to achieve a more sculpted, defined facial appearance through buccal fat removal in NYC, contact Leong Facial Plastic Surgery to schedule your consultation. Dr. Paul Leong and our dedicated team are here to guide you through the process and help you achieve the refined, balanced look you’ve always wanted.