Buccal Fat Reduction Houston, TX | Dr. Sean W. Delaney

Understanding Buccal Fat Reduction

Buccal Fat Reduction is a precise facial plastic surgery technique designed to decrease fullness in the lower cheek area. This procedure reduces the buccal fat pad, which can create a rounder facial appearance, helping to highlight cheekbones and create a more sculpted profile.

What Are Buccal Fat Pads?

Buccal fat pads are natural fat deposits located between the cheekbones and jaw. The volume of these fat pads varies among individuals and typically remains unchanged through diet or exercise. For some patients, enlarged buccal fat can create a perception of "chubby cheeks" that may not align with their desired facial aesthetic.

Procedure Details

• Performed under local anesthesia or IV sedation
• Approximately 1.5-hour surgical duration
• Incisions made inside the mouth, ensuring no visible external scarring
• Precise fat removal to maintain natural facial contours

Candidacy for Buccal Fat Reduction

Ideal candidates for this procedure typically:

• Feel self-conscious about fullness in their lower cheeks
• Have cheek volume that doesn't change with weight fluctuations
• Are in good overall health
• Have realistic expectations about surgical outcomes

Recovery and Results

Buccal Fat Reduction offers minimal downtime, with most patients returning to normal activities within a few days. Swelling gradually subsides over three months, revealing final results that create a more defined, V-shaped facial contour.

Combining Procedures

Dr. Delaney often recommends combining Buccal Fat Reduction with complementary procedures like submental liposuction or chin implant augmentation to enhance overall facial sculpting.

Why Choose Dr. Sean W. Delaney

Dr. Delaney's expertise stems from his double-board certification, advanced surgical techniques, and commitment to personalized patient care. His extensive publications and recognition as a Texas Rising Star in plastic surgery underscore his surgical excellence.

For more information about Buccal Fat Reduction in Houston, TX, submit an enquiry to Dr. Sean W. Delaney.