Do buccal fat pads go away?
Buccal fat pads store the baby fat in the face that often starts to disappear at the onset of puberty. However, for some, buccal fat does not greatly reduce in volume and persists well into adulthood, which creates the appearance of a “baby face”.
Do buccal fat pads grow back?
So, can buccal fat come back? Buccal fat removal is considered a long-term solution to reducing excess fullness in your cheeks. Once the fat is removed from your body, it does not come back.
At what age does buccal fat go away?
Usually, there is a significant increase in buccal fat between the ages of 10-20, and then a slow, ongoing reduction until about 50. With that said, everyone is different.
Does buccal fat cause jowls?
As we get older, the buccal fat pad descends into the jowl, giving the face a tired look. “I often see patients from outside facilities who have had a facelift and they present stating 'their jowls are back',” said Dr. Ennis.