Who is NOT a candidate for buccal fat removal surgery? 3 good reasons | Dr. Zelken Newport Beach

Dr. Zelken has created many videos tackling the question: "am I a candidate for buccal fat removal?" His typical response is: if you have 2 buccal fat pads and want them out, then probably, yes. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Apart from the obvious- patients who are not healthy enough to undergo surgery, Dr. Zelken explores 3 reasons why you might NOT be a candidate for buccal fat pad removal (bichectomy). SPOILER ALERT: if you are unhealthy, OR have (1) already attempted surgical/nonsurgical buccal fat pad removal, (2) have undergone prior midfacial cosmetic, orthognathic or trauma surgery, or (3) have unrealistic expectations, then this operation might not be the best idea.