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I Was Born With Chubby Cheeks. What Are My Options? (photo)

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Erica in TexasJun 9, 2012

I was born with "bubble gum" cheeks. Any pictures that get taken I look like a weigh 100 lbs more than I do and/or have a double chin. I'd like to get a facelift or cheek/chin impants or any other suggestions not sure what would be best. Thanks

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Dr. Steven J. Pearlman, MD, FACS
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Dr. Toby Mayer, MD
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Dr. Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
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Dr. Francis R. Palmer, III, MD (retired)
Dr. Francis R. Palmer, III, MD (retired)
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