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Can any cosmetic procedure be done to make my chin look more balanced when I smile? (Photo)

Cheerful636670Sep 26, 2022
My chin appears fine when my face is as rest but on camera and in certain lighting, my chin protrudes out when I smile. It’s slightly uneven with one side being longer than the other. I’ve gotten a bit insecure of my smile. I was wondering is there any type of filler or procedure that could help my chin look more balanced when smiling? I’ve attached photos of my face at rest and when smiling.

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Dr. Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation)
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Answered on Oct 2, 2022
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