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I Had a Shave Biopsy Done on my Nose on 4.5.12. Will the Divot Fill in with Time? (photo)

The area has a noticable divot. Will that fill in as the healing progresses? It has been two days since I had it done. Pictures attached. Do you recommend fillers for it?

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