2026-05-25
Buccal Fat Removal & Double Chin Liposuction
A case study of a female patient in her 20s who achieved a sharp V-line through buccal fat removal and LipoSound double chin liposuction.
* Basic Information
- Female in her 20s
- Facial fat and jawline that remained despite consistent dieting
* Consultation
- You can think of buccal fat as the ‘visceral fat’ of the face.
- No matter how much you diet, it is often the last to go or doesn't disappear at all.
- This can be easily resolved by removing the buccal fat through a simple intraoral incision.
- LipoSound uses ultrasound to emulsify fat, turning fat particles—which are like orange pulps—into a liquid state like juice. This allows the fat to be suctioned out as smoothly as water without applying excessive force.
* Procedure Plan
- Buccal Fat Removal
- LipoSound + Double Chin Liposuction
* Post-operative Progress
The heavy, blunt look has disappeared thanks to the buccal fat removal and double chin liposuction! How does the revived jawline look to you? Not only has the round U-shape been transformed into a very sharp V-line, but the face itself also appears smaller.
- ‘Buccal fat’ exists across a wide area as shown in the illustration above. We only remove the excess portion located in the cheek area (the lower part of the fat pad). A major advantage is that it leaves no visible scars since the incision is made inside the mouth.
- ‘LipoSound’ is a device that uses ultrasound to emulsify fat. By liquefying fat particles into a juice-like consistency, the fat is suctioned out smoothly like water without the need for significant force.
Consequently, there is much less irritation, leading to faster recovery from bruising and swelling. Bio-bond (post-operative adhesions) is also significantly reduced!
Always consult a board-certified plastic surgeon for consultations and surgery!
Wishing you health and beauty today :)
Right Thoughts, Right Plastic Surgery - Dr. Yu Young-moon
Frequently Asked Questions
Can deep cheek fat be removed with diet?
No, it is not easily removed by diet alone. Deep cheek fat has characteristics similar to visceral fat in the face, so even with weight loss, it often remains or is the last to go. Therefore, direct removal through an intraoral incision can be an effective solution.
Will there be scars after deep cheek fat removal surgery?
No, there will be no visible scars on the outside. Deep cheek fat removal is performed through an incision inside the mouth, not on the outer skin, which is a great advantage as it leaves no external scars on the face after surgery.
What are the advantages of liposuction using LipoSound?
LipoSound gently liquefies fat with ultrasound, reducing tissue damage and side effects. Since hard fat particles are melted like juice and then suctioned out like water, there is no need to apply great force. This results in less bruising and swelling, faster recovery, and significantly fewer biobond phenomena (adhesions) after surgery.
When will my jawline appear slimmer after surgery?
Typically, a clear V-line effect can be observed starting about 1 month after surgery. The blunt U-shaped jawline will become sharp and defined, and with the removal of unnecessary fat, the overall face size can also appear significantly smaller.