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What is this dent on one side of my cheek called & how to minimize it?

I only have it on one side of my face, and I dislike how my smile looks because of it. What can I do to get rid / minimize the appearance of this? TYIA.

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Dr. Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation)
Dr. Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation)
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Answered on Jan 2, 2024
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