Face Procedures · Norwalk
Buccal Fat Pad Removal
Definition through the cheek and jawline.
Illustrative photography. Not a patient result.
Overview
About the procedure.
Buccal fat pad removal takes out a portion of the fat pad in the cheek to create a more defined cheek hollow and jawline. It suits patients with fuller mid-faces who want more structure.
Because facial fat naturally decreases with age, the procedure is planned conservatively so the result remains natural over time. Candidacy is assessed carefully at consultation.
A little clarity
Good questions.
Honest answers.
There is no question too small to bring to your consultation.
Ask us a questionWill I meet Dr. Kirwan personally at my consultation?
Yes. Every patient is a VIP. From your first consultation through your last follow-up visit, you see Dr. Kirwan himself at every single appointment. He is available to you before, during, and after your procedure.
Where is surgery performed?
Most procedures are performed under local anesthesia with conscious sedation in Dr. Kirwan’s AAAASF-accredited surgical suite in Norwalk, Connecticut. Patients whose medical history makes office-based surgery unsuitable are treated at Greenwich or Norwalk Hospital on a same-day, ambulatory basis.
How do I know whether I am a candidate?
Candidacy depends on your health, anatomy, and goals, not a specific age. The only way to know for certain is a one-on-one consultation, where your medical history and aesthetic goals are reviewed and the appropriate options are explained.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Use the form on this page or call the practice at (203) 838-8844. Every consultation is a one-on-one evaluation with Dr. Kirwan.
Related procedures
More in face.
Facelift and Neck Lift
Rejuvenation of the lower face and neck — structure repositioned, not skin pulled.
FaceTite / AccuTite
Radiofrequency skin tightening of the face through tiny incisions.
Browlift
Raises a heavy or sagging brow and softens frown lines.
Blepharoplasty (Eye Lift)
Corrects hooded lids, fatty deposits, and baggy skin of the upper or lower eyelids.
Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)
Reshapes the nose for balance with the rest of the face.
Lip Lift
Shortens the space between nose and lip to reveal a fuller lip.
The next step is a conversation
No need to have
all the answers.
Bring your questions, your hopes, and your hesitations. Start with a private consultation with Dr. Kirwan.