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Jaw reduction. Is my jaw too wide? (Photo)

momopeJan 16, 2017
is my jaw too wide and angular or my cheekbones are wide !! i feel that my mid and lower face wide for my forhead

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Bryan Rolfes, MD

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Hi there, the key is to find someone who specializes in facial shaping.  We do jaw shaping for people from around the world each week. Please see many of my videos.  I'm happy to also speak with you about who is good worldwide.

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