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Can chin implants be used to fix a chin dimple? (Photo)

Warmhearted901811Aug 6, 2024
Can chin implants be used to fix a chin dimple? I have a dimple on my chin and am wondering if a chin implant can fix this or if a genioplasty is needed? (Dimple not cleft)

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Dr. Gurkan Kayabasoglu, MD
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