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Is there any procedure to correct hypertelorism? (Photo)

Hello! I was wondering if there is any procedure that can correct my orbital hypertelorism. I have an Eye spacing ratio of around .49-.5 with an inter canthal distance of around 1.15 it is a huge insecurity of mine and I just want to know if I have any options. Thank you for your time I really appreciate any insight or advice! I’m 20 years old , male

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