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Volume loss on one side - what can I do to fix this? (Photo)

Katie15485Nov 22, 2023
Hello, I am concerned why I have volume loss more severely on one side of my face. It is mostly in my midcheek and eye area. What can I do to fix this? I am only 30 years old but one half of my face looks rapidly aged. I have botox in my forehead and crows feet, but this did not smooth the appearance.

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