A soft or round lower face can sometimes hide your natural bone structure, even if you are at a healthy weight. Buccal fat reduction can slim your lower face to bring out more definition in the cheeks and jawline. In National Harbor, Maryland, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Anya Costeloe performs this treatment and will tailor it to your features.
Patients from Alexandria, VA, and Clinton, MD, trust Bella Cosmetic Surgery for thoughtful facial contouring backed by years of specialized experience.
What Buccal Fat Removal Actually Does
Buccal fat pads sit deep in the lower cheeks and contribute to facial fullness. Some people naturally carry more volume here, which can create a rounded or heavy look through the mid and lower face. Buccal fat removal reduces that excess fullness by carefully removing a portion of this fat through a small incision inside the mouth.
The goal is refinement, not a dramatic change, so your face still looks balanced.
Recovery and Results After Buccal Fat Reduction
Recovery from buccal fat reduction is usually fairly low-key. Some swelling and tenderness in the cheeks is expected during the first few days, with gradual improvement over the following weeks.
Because the incisions are inside the mouth, there are no visible scars. Most people return to normal routines quickly, though final results take time to settle.
As swelling fades, the cheeks and jawline become more defined in a way that doesn’t feel too sudden, and many patients notice that their face looks slimmer and more angular.
Who Tends to See the Best Results?
This procedure often works best for people with naturally fuller or rounder lower cheeks who want subtle definition rather than volume. It is not a one-size-fits-all treatment, which is why you’ll have a personalized consultation with Dr. Costeloe.
Your facial anatomy, skin quality, and long-term goals all play a role in determining whether buccal fat removal makes sense for you. If it is not the right option, other facial contouring treatments may better support your goals and will be discussed during your visit.
Personalized Facial Contouring Starts With A Conversation
Buccal fat reduction can be a powerful option for creating defined cheeks and a more sculpted jawline when done thoughtfully. To learn whether this procedure fits your goals, call 301-567-6767 to schedule a consultation at Bella Cosmetic Surgery in National Harbor, MD.
