Am I a Candidate for Buccal Fat Removal Surgery?

Dr. Ardesh will perform a medical evaluation and may order lab work before the procedure. You may be a candidate for this procedure if you: Have chubby or puffy cheeks Have cheeks with a convex appearance Want to improve or rejuvenate facial contour If you smoke, you will be instructed to stop, and you may be asked to adjust your medications. Avoid taking herbal supplements, anti-inflammatory drugs, and aspirin before a procedure for buccal fat reduction, as these medications can increase bleeding.