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Would a chin implant help as the left side of my face looks out of balance? (Photos)

fervetOct 23, 2021
The left side of my chin looks very small (including a part of my jaw) compared to the other side of my face. It makes me wonder - is my chin too small, or my jaw too angled? I am wondering if I’d be a good candidate for a chin implant.

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Dr. Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation)
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Oct 29, 2021
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