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Will Getting a Chin Implant Make my Lips Look Thinner/smaller?

KiyoshiflowerJul 3, 2012
I may get a chin implant (size xsmall or small) next summer. However, I was wondering if the implant will make my lips look any smaller, thinner, or bigger? Or if the implant will not just cause an illusory effect but physically make the lips change in size? Thanks!

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Dr. William Portuese, MD
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Answered on Aug 1, 2012
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Dr. Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired)
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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