is there any way other than cosmetic surgery to remove an indentation on my cheekbone? (Photos)

July 8, 2017
Asked By:kfcm97 in Cape May Court House, NJ

6 weeks ago i tripped and hit my cheekbone on my desk and there was no blood or even a cut but i was sent to hospital as my face swelled a lot. i have x rays and many tests and i hadn't broken or fractured anything luckily. yet the indentation is still there with no improvement it is very obvious and starting to make me very self conscious... help!!! I've attached pictures so please help

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