How much does buccal fat removal cost?
Buccal fat removal slims the lower cheeks by removing a small fat pad, sharpening facial contours. It's a quick procedure often done under local anesthesia.
| Typical range | $2,000 – $5,000 |
| Most common | $3,500 |
| Priced | surgeon fee |
| Type | Surgical |
| Typical recovery | 1 week |
What changes the price of buccal fat removal
- Local vs. general anesthesia
- Surgeon's experience
- Combined with other facial work
- Facility fees
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- ›Local vs. general anesthesia
- ›Surgeon's experience
- ›Combined with other facial work
- ›Facility fees
National ballpark ranges for the US. Not a quote — actual prices vary by region, home and contractor.
Buccal fat removal cost — frequently asked questions
How much does buccal fat removal cost?
Buccal fat removal runs about $2,000–$5,000, near $3,500 typical. It's one of the cheaper facial procedures because it's quick and often done under local anesthesia.
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This is general US cost information, not a quote and not medical advice. Actual prices depend on your surgeon, city, technique and case — always confirm at a consultation with a board-certified surgeon.