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Lip reduction surgery - how much can be removed? (Photo)

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CraigNOct 4, 2024

Looking to reduce both upper and lower lip. How much can be removed? I'm a white male and both upper and lower lips are very large.

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Dr. Zoran Potparic, MD
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