For those who wish to slim down their facial appearance and reduce the size of their cheeks, Dr. Shim Ching offers buccal fat pad removal. The buccal fat pad is a small pad of fat located beneath your cheekbone between your facial muscles. Every person has them, and their size and shape can vary from person to person. These pads can be removed to create a more contoured facial appearance.
During the buccal fat pad procedure, local anesthesia may be used. After you are comfortable, Dr. Ching will make a small incision on the inside of your cheek. From there, they will be able to expose the fat pad and remove some or all of it. Dissolvable stitches are typically used to sew up the incision. The procedure usually takes about 30 minutes to perform and is done inside the mouth. With no incisions made on the face, there will be no visible scarring.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
This woman came to see Dr. Shim Ching at his practice in Honolulu, Hawaii for buccal fat pad removal. This procedure removes the fat pad in the cheek for a more sculpted look and slimmer face. It is done under local anesthetic.
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This woman came to see Dr. Shim Ching at his practice in Honolulu, Hawaii for buccal fat pad removal. This procedure removes the fat pad in the cheek for a more sculpted look and slimmer face. It is done under local anesthetic.
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If you would like to create a slimmer-looking facial appearance or lose the “chubby cheek” look, you may be a candidate for buccal fat removal. Other factors that ideal candidates should have good overall health, they are at a healthy weight, and have realistic expectations for the procedure.
Dr. Ching is a leader in plastic surgery both in Hawaii and across the world. He is a board-certified plastic surgeon and has been named as one of the Best Doctors in America since 2011, a recognition reserved for the nation’s top 5% of doctors. His medical training placed a strong emphasis on surgical technique and continued innovation, both of which are still core values of his philosophy today. Dr. Ching is known for exceeding his patients’ expectations and creating a top-rated patient experience.
During your initial consultation, Dr. Ching will determine if you are a candidate for this surgery. He will ask about your aesthetic concerns, your medical history, and examine your face to ensure this is the right procedure for you. Depending on your concerns he may also recommend other procedures that work well with buccal fat pad removal, to create your ideal facial appearance. The consultation is also where patients can ask Dr. Ching their questions and he can address any concerns.
Dr. Shim Ching's exceptional qualifications and results draw patients to his Honolulu plastic surgery practice from across the Hawaiian Islands including Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island. Select a location for driving directions to our practice.
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