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Doctor i have chubby cheeks and im 63kg and 1658cm.i want to remove the fat around my mouth.so is buccal fat pad removal good or laser liposuction?
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Depends.: Those are certainly two options, but you'll need to consult a good plastic surgeon or cosmetic dermatologist who has lots of experience with those procedures. There is no way to know what would work best for you without seeing and examining you in person.
Answered 9/6/2014
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