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Changing my Face shape from square to oval

meira_vuFeb 4, 2015
Hi, im 19 years old , asian and always hated my face shape. i was wondering what can i do to change my square face to a more feminine face shape, more oval. i would also like to know how long it will take to heal and a estimated price. also, would you recommend to go south Korea to get it done? thank you.

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Dr. Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Feb 5, 2015
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Dr. Gerald Wittenberg, MSc, DMD (retired)
Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Answered on Feb 5, 2015
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