Dimensional and anthropometric correlation analyses of buccal fat pad and patient ’s personal satisfaction after buccal fat pad excision

ConclusionsThe weight and volume of the buccal fat pad showed no significant correlation with the anthropometric variables of weight, height, and BMI. There were no significant differences in the facial measurements analyzed after buccal fat pad excision. The patient satisfaction questionnaire showed that surgical indication was generally motivated by aesthetic factors of individual perception and obtaining results consistent with personal expectations. The frequency of complications arising from buccal fat pad excision included patient discomfort.

Source: Oral Surgery - January 12, 2022 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Eduardo Azoubel, Maria Cec ília Fonsêca Azoubel, Neiana Carolina Rios Ribeiro, Jean Nunes dos Santos, Rafael Moreira Daltro, Renata de Carvalho Leitão Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research