Expansive Hematoma Following Buccal Fat Pad Reduction: An Unusual Case Report

The buccal fat pad, an intricate anatomical structure, can be used to manage minor to moderate oral defects and, by your removal, address parafunctional habits leading to intraoral trauma. It also serves esthetic purposes through reduction. Buccal fat pad reduction is typically a swift, safe procedure with a low complication rate. This report aims to illuminate an unusual case involving a late expansive hematoma following buccal fat pad reduction surgery. This complication posed a potential airway threat and led to severe trismus. Notably, our team effectively managed these issues using minimally invasive methods such as drainage, compression, and medication. This case serves as a vital reminder that late bleeding and expansive hematoma formation are possible outcomes, even when performed by a skilled surgeon. This case also highlights the feasibility of treating substantial hematomas originating from veins without the need for invasive procedures. This report underscores the importance of vigilance in these cases to ensure patient safety.