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What could cause this indented line down my forehead and can it be fixed? (Photo)

aschqwAug 27, 2024
24F this indented line started developing down the middle of my forehead around 2 years ago and has gotten worse. It’s really bothering me and it’s making me really self conscious. It used to be mostly visible from one angle but it’s pretty prominent now and have no idea what could be causing it.

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