Buccal Fat Pad Excision
The buccal fat pad is a deep pocket of fat below the malar eminence (cheek) and behind the buccinator muscle that can produce a more rounded and full face. Buccal fat pad excision can be performed to improve the definition of the face and narrow an excessively round face. While the procedure is subtle in its overall result, when performed correctly, it can produce a more prominent depression (contour) below the cheek region. This procedure is performed through an incision to the inside of each cheek and gently removing the fat pad from each side providing a “thinning” effect of the lower cheek region.
Why Choose Dr. Pennington for Buccal Fat Removal in Shreveport?
Dr. Lindsey Pennington is an excellent choice for buccal fat removal in Shreveport, offering a unique blend of surgical expertise and personalized care. As the only female double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Louisiana, she provides both surgical and non-invasive facial rejuvenation services from her solo private practice.
Dr. Pennington's impressive credentials include:
- An undergraduate degree from Tulane University
- A medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine (with research honors)
- A residency in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery at Louisiana Health Sciences Center in Shreveport
- An additional year of specialized training in facial plastics and reconstructive surgery under the mentorship of Dr. Stucker
- Externships with renowned surgeons in Alabama and New York City
Her practice offers a concierge-level experience, ensuring that patients feel supported every step of the way. This includes comprehensive patient support, transportation assistance, access to a luxury recovery house, and chef-prepared meals tailored to promote optimal healing.
Dr. Pennington treats each patient with the same care and compassion she would extend to her own family; if she wouldn't perform a procedure on her mother, she wouldn't consider it for a patient. This commitment to personalized care, combined with her meticulous surgical technique and artistic eye, results in natural, refreshed outcomes with minimal downtime. Dr. Pennington's dedication to patient satisfaction and her exceptional skill make her a trusted expert in facial plastic surgery.
