Does a buccal fat pad removal improve chubby cheeks?

A buccal lipectomy may improve facial shape in individuals with fuller cheeks by accentuating the cheek hollows and enhancing cheekbone prominence. The cosmetic improvement can be quite noticeable when done correctly in the right patient. However, buccal fat pad removal does not treat fat accumulation in the upper cheeks or the jowls. Therefore, other procedures are necessary to achieve jawline definition or treat sagging cheeks.