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Can Chin Implants to Damage the Roots of the Teeth?

Dec 6, 2011
If the roots of teeth are effected by chin implants, then what might be needed long-term for my teeth?

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Dr. Samir Shureih, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Dec 7, 2011
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Dr. Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired)
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Dec 8, 2011
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