Malar Fat Removal

Malar fat is subcutaneous fat with a distinctive inverted triangle shape around the cheekbones. Excessive malar fat gives the appearance of the cheekbone area becoming noticeably prominent when smiling, emphasizing a round face appearance.

Malar fat removal reduces cheek volume, making smile lines less pronounced and creating a more youthful appearance. This procedure is ideal for those who notice “cheeks that bulge when smiling” or “deepening smile lines.”

This treatment also offers facial slimming benefits. During the procedure, a small incision is made inside the mouth near the corner, and a thin suction tube (cannula) is inserted to remove the fat.

Nasolabial Fat Removal

Nasolabial fat is a vertically elongated fat deposit located above the smile lines as part of the malar fat closer to the inner part of the face. Because it sits directly above the smile lines, excessive fat in this area creates a noticeable height difference, making the smile lines appear more prominent.

Nasolabial fat removal not only reduces the appearance of smile lines but can also help prevent future marionette lines and droopy mouth lines. This procedure is recommended for those wanting to “improve deep smile lines” or “prevent future facial sagging.”

During the procedure, small incisions are made either beside the corners of the mouth or along the jawline, through which a cannula is inserted to remove the fat.

Jowl Fat Removal

Jowl fat is a superficial fat (the layer just beneath your skin) located beside the corners of the mouth, extending downward from the mouth to the chin. This area tends to descend gradually with age, causing an undefined jawline, downward mouth corners that make you look older, and sagging jowls.

Jowl fat removal can reduce sagging and lower facial fullness or heaviness, creating a defined jawline. This procedure is recommended for those wanting to prevent future sagging jowls or reduce marionette lines.

Removing jowl fat at a younger age can help prevent age-related sagging and lower facial fullness, maintaining a youthful and natural beauty for longer. After the procedure, not only will your jawline appear more sharper, but you’ll also benefit from a slimming effect that makes your entire face look more defined.

The procedure involves making small incisions near the corners of the mouth (similar to nasolabial fat removal) and inserting a cannula to remove the fat.

Buccal Fat Removal

Buccal fat is a vertically elongated fatty deposit extending from the cheekbone to the corner of the mouth, classified as a deep fat component located well beneath the surface. The buccal fat is covered by superficial fat layers (malar fat and jowl fat), making its volume difficult to assess.

Excess buccal fat can make the lower part of the face appear fuller, contributing to lower facial fullness and sagging. If you frequently bite your inner cheeks, you may have excess buccal fat volume.

While the amount of buccal fat varies between individuals, its extensive coverage means that after removal, the entire cheek area can appear more defined. This procedure is recommended for those wanting to reduce lower facial fullness or create sharper cheek definition.

Since buccal fat is located deep inside the cheeks, it’s typically resistant to diet-related weight loss. Buccal fat removal can be an effective solution for addressing lower facial fullness and sagging that doesn’t respond well to dietary restrictions or exercise.

The procedure involves making a small incision inside the mouth on the inner cheek area to remove the fat.