Case Study 14: Full-Face PAX Laser and Buccal Fat Removal for a Public Figure

Case summary

• Patient: 29-year-old male celebrity from Poland

• Procedures: full-face PAX laser, buccal fat removal

• Surgeon: Prof. Dr. Suleyman Tas, Prof. Dr. Suleyman Tas Clinic, Istanbul

• Goal: a more chiselled face and better skin, with minimal downtime and complete discretion

The patient's concerns

As a public figure who is constantly photographed, this patient wanted to look sharper on camera. He was bothered by a drooping, heavy look in the lower face, smile lines and a jawline that lacked definition. He needed a solution with a very short recovery and no visible signs of treatment.

What was done

Buccal fat removal

The buccal fat pads are deep pockets of fat in the cheeks. When they are large, the lower face looks round and heavy and the cheekbones and jawline lose definition. Buccal fat removal is performed through a small incision inside the mouth, so there is no external scar. A carefully measured amount of fat is removed, the incision is closed with dissolvable sutures and the cheeks gradually become more contoured over the following weeks. Conservative removal is essential: taking too much can make the face look gaunt as the patient ages.

Full-face PAX laser

Laser resurfacing of the whole face delivers controlled energy into the skin, stimulating new collagen and elastin. It improves texture, fine lines, sun damage, pigmentation and acne marks, and gives the skin a firmer, more even appearance. Combining laser with contouring treats both the shape of the face and the quality of its surface.

Result

The patient's face became more defined, with better-visible cheekbones and a sharper jawline, and his skin looks smoother and firmer. The procedures were completed with minimal downtime, allowing a quick return to public life. More public-figure results can be seen on the celebrity before and after page.

Discretion for public figures

Celebrity and public-figure patients at Prof. Dr. Suleyman Tas Clinic receive private scheduling, confidential handling of photographs and a recovery plan built around their professional commitments. Results are published only with explicit permission.

Recovery

After buccal fat removal, the cheeks are swollen for one to two weeks and a soft diet is advised for a few days; final contour appears at around three months. Laser redness usually settles within a week.

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Frequently asked questions

Does buccal fat removal leave scars?

No external scars; the incision is inside the mouth.

Is buccal fat removal right for everyone?

No. It suits people with genuinely full cheeks and good facial support; thin faces can look hollow.

Can I combine buccal fat removal with a jawline procedure?

Yes, it is often combined with jawline contouring or fillers. See the jawline page.

Next step

Explore non-surgical treatments and the case studies page, or contact Prof. Dr. Suleyman Tas Clinic to plan a discreet consultation with Prof. Dr. Suleyman Tas.

How long do facial rejuvenation results last?

A surgical lift typically holds for around a decade because it is carried by the deeper layer rather than the skin. Ageing continues, so sun protection, skin care and non-surgical maintenance still matter.

Where are the scars?

In the natural creases in front of and behind the ear and inside the hairline, placed so that hair and make-up cover them while they fade over the following months.

How long before I can be seen in public?

Swelling and bruising are most visible during the first ten days. Most patients feel comfortable in public after two to three weeks, and the contours keep refining over six to twelve months.

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About the author

Prof. Dr. Suleyman Tas is a European Board-certified plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon based in Istanbul with over 20 years of experience, author of Rhinoplasty in Practice (CRC Press) and founder of the Closed Atraumatic Rhinoplasty Course. Read verified patient reviews or book a consultation.

This article is for general information and does not replace an individual medical consultation.