An All-natural Path to Radiance
Don't let chubby cheeks stop you from being confident in your own skin. Board-certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Katherine B. Santosa offers buccal fat removal for individuals with full, uncontoured cheeks. At her Sandy Springs practice, Dr. Santosa is dedicated to her patients' satisfaction and natural-looking, beautiful results. She strives to provide the buccal fat removal Atlanta patients trust, with attention to facial balance and long-term results. Schedule your buccal fat removal consultation today.
Ready for the runway
Buccal fat removal is a surgical procedure that reduces fullness in the lower cheeks. Through small incisions inside the mouth, Dr. Santosa removes a carefully selected amount of the buccal fat pad to create more defined cheek contours. The goal is balanced cheek definition that complements your natural features.
Naturally Beautiful
Buccal fat removal works by reducing the fat pad within each cheek to create a more defined contour. The amount removed is tailored to your anatomy and goals, with an emphasis on preserving facial balance.
Small Change, Big Confidence
Buccal fat removal isn't just about slimming your cheeks. It's about feeling more like you when you look in the mirror. For many people, fuller lower cheeks can hide their natural bone structure. This surgical procedure can help bring out the angles and definition you already have underneath. When done thoughtfully, it can make a big difference in how your face looks and how you feel. Some of the benefits include:
At Evelina, our goal is for the results to still look like you, just a bit more refined.
Planning Beyond the Immediate Result
Facial volume naturally decreases with age, so it's important to think about how buccal fat removal may look years from now. The procedure doesn't make every patient look gaunt, but removing too much fat or operating on someone with a naturally thin face can create more hollowing than intended. This is why the amount removed is just as important as the decision to have surgery. Dr. Santosa considers your existing cheek volume, bone structure, skin quality, and overall facial proportions before recommending buccal fat removal. For some patients, a conservative reduction can create better definition without looking overdone. For others, leaving the buccal fat pad alone may be the better long-term choice.
Contoured Beauty
This procedure may be a fit for people who feel like their lower cheeks look too full or round, even if they're at a healthy weight. If you've ever been told you have a "baby face" and want a little more definition, this might be right for you. You're likely a good candidate if:
Dr. Santosa will walk you through everything during your consultation. She'll take time to understand your goals, check your facial structure, and make sure this is the right move for your face.
The compassion you deserve
Dr. Santosa is dedicated to her patients' well-being and satisfaction. During their consultations, Atlanta buccal fat removal patients can discuss the procedure and ask questions about their surgical plan. She takes time to listen to your concerns and explain your options. Schedule your buccal fat removal consultation today.
A good time to break bad habits
Dr. Santosa will give you personalized instructions about smoking, alcohol, caffeine, and medications before surgery. Do not stop prescribed medications without guidance from your surgical team and prescribing clinician. Once you are under general anesthesia, she will make a small incision inside each cheek to access the buccal fat pad. Dr. Santosa will carefully remove the amount selected for your facial anatomy and close the incisions.
A permanent solution
After buccal fat removal, patients may experience swelling of the cheeks that gradually improves over several weeks. Incisions inside the mouth heal over the following weeks, and the final contour may take several months to become clear. Follow Dr. Santosa's instructions about smoking, alcohol, caffeine, medications, and returning to strenuous activity. Do not stop or restart prescribed medications without medical guidance.
You may be advised to follow a liquid or semi-liquid diet for the first few days after surgery, then gradually return to your normal diet as your incisions heal and Dr. Santosa advises. Keeping your head elevated and sleeping on your back may also be recommended during early healing. Removed buccal fat does not grow back, but aging and weight changes can still alter facial fullness. Further surgery is not always appropriate and requires a new assessment.
Dr. Katherine B. Santosa makes it her mission to help her patients as best she can. Therefore, after your buccal fat pad removal, she will contact you within twenty-four hours for a follow-up appointment. She will answer any questions you may have during that second appointment and provide you with the best means of contacting her or her team to stay in touch. This way, if you ever need anything, Dr. Santosa and her team can help!
Surgery That Puts You First
At Evelina, we don't believe in one-size-fits-all beauty. We believe in thoughtful, personalized care that brings out the best version of you. Led by Dr. Katherine B. Santosa, a board-certified plastic surgeon with fellowship training in facial, breast, and body procedures, our team is all about natural results, honest guidance, and real relationships with our patients. Here, the focus is on you, not just the procedure.
Designed (and Priced) for You
The cost of buccal fat removal can vary because no two faces are the same. At Evelina, we personalize everything based on your facial anatomy, your goals, and whether you're combining it with other treatments like chin lipo or jawline contouring. What's typically included in your total cost:
We'll go over all of this during your consultation, so there are no surprises, just a clear, honest breakdown of what to expect. If you have questions about financing or package options, we've got you covered there, too.
Because the incisions are inside the mouth, buccal fat removal generally leaves no visible scars on the face. The incision sites still need to heal.
During your procedure, you are under general anesthesia to ensure your experience is as pain-free and comfortable as possible.
Buccal fat removal carries risks, including infection, bleeding, asymmetry, and injury to facial nerves or salivary ducts. Excessive hollowing can also occur. Dr. Santosa will discuss these risks and your individual suitability during consultation.
Buccal fat removal procedures are considered elective and not typically covered by insurance. Since every patient and procedure is unique, the cost can vary. Dr. Santosa's team can provide more details and answer any questions during your consultation.
Some patients regret buccal fat removal because their cheeks look more hollow than expected, or the change becomes more noticeable with age or weight loss. Since removed buccal fat does not grow back, reversing the procedure is not simple. Conservative planning and careful patient selection are vital.
Discuss your personalized treatment with Dr. Santosa today
Dr. Santosa delivers a well-rounded treatment experience through combined science, compassion, and experience. Begin your journey with trusted board-certified Atlanta plastic surgeon Dr. Katherine B. Santosa in Sandy Springs, and rest assured that you have selected your best path to exquisite results.
At Evelina Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics, we are proud to be a women-owned practice committed to delivering exceptional care and outstanding results. Our dedication to excellence ensures that we stand out as a trusted choice for premier plastic surgery and aesthetic services in the Atlanta-metro area.
Please note Evelina Plastic Surgery does not accept insurance for this procedure.
