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I have an overbite and a weak chin. As well as puffy cheeks. How do I get rid of these problems? (Photo)

Avery95Feb 27, 2015
The overbite is very annoying. And my weak chin doesn't help. I usually push my jaw forward when others are around and I suck my cheeks in. This helps but I want it to be natural I'm tired of faking it. I am on a budget so I'm not looking to spend thousands of dollars on surgery. Please help me determine what would be best in my case.

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Dr. Majid Jamali, DMD
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Answered on Feb 28, 2015
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Dr. William Portuese, MD
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