JFW Lo, AKY Siu, V Abdullah

Abstract

This case report presents an interesting case of bilateral buccal swelling in a neonate. A newborn presented with bilateral buccal swelling, more prominent during crying. Clinical examination revealed smooth bulging from bilateral buccal mucosa, corresponded to buccal fat pad protrusion. The clinical progress of this case, buccal fat pad anatomy and bilateral protrusion of buccal fat pads are discussed in this case report.