Jenna Ortega is making headlines after the release of her highly-awaited Netflix show, Wednesday Season 2, on August 6, 2025. But this time, it is not just her acting that became a subject of discussion. A few days ago, Jenna attended the red carpet of her show’s premiere in Paris. Needless to say, her style and look immediately went viral. So, netizens immediately compared the 22-year-old actress’s old photos with her new ones and noticed her different facial features, sparking fresh buzz about potential buccal fat removal surgery. If you are confused about its meaning, here’s what this trending cosmetic procedure is all about.
Has Jenna Ortega undergone buccal fat removal surgery?
Jenna Ortega has become famous across countries after playing the lead role of ‘Wednesday Addams’ in Netflix’s Wednesday. She has gained fame for her talent, hardworking, calm personality, and a unique, expressive look. But when the actress was spotted on the red carpet of her new show’s premiere in Paris, fans flooded social media with comments pointing out how she lately had more defined cheekbones and a slimmer face. It quickly led to a rumour that the 22-year-old might have undergone a buccal fat removal surgery. For those unaware, it is a trending cosmetic procedure in Hollywood where celebrities like Chrissy Teigen, Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner, and Demi Moore are rumoured to have gotten the same.
Several theories and contracting viewpoints were discussed on the platform, where one user compared her latest pictures with earlier ones and suggested, “Ladies, do not get buccal fat removal. It’s never a good idea.” Another netizen who was shocked by the difference penned, “She looks like a skin walker impersonating Jenna Ortega.” Other sections of fans felt that the rumours were baseless and commented, “Her facial composition literally looks the same, her cheeks aren’t any more sunken in. The only illusions are highlight and contour, including her bleached brows….thats it.” Meanwhile, Jenna, who has often been speculated to have gone under the knife, has made no comments about it.
What exactly is the trending Buccal fat removal surgery?
Buccal fat refers to the natural fat pads located between your cheekbones and jaw. A Buccal fat removal surgery is also known as bichectomy, which is a surgical procedure that reduces this fat to give the face a more sculpted, angular look. The fat is removed through incisions made inside the mouth, leaving no visible scars. While some pursue the procedure to improve facial structure, others believe that it can increase the momentum of aging by removing youthful fullness too early.
More about Jenna Ortega
Jenna Ortega was born in California in 2002. She hails from a loving family of Mexican and Puerto Rican heritage. Since a young age, Jenna was passionate about acting and began giving auditions at the age of 8. Over the period, she has worked in shows like Jane the Virgin, Rob, and CSI: NY, The Babysitter: Killer Queen, and lately on Wednesday Season 2. Wednesday began in 2022, and after positive feedback from the audience and critics alike, the makers made the second season, and the third season is confirmed as well.
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