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Can jaw shaving/contouring be done under local anesthesia? (Photo)

princessshamoDec 9, 2016
I don't want something huge done. I just want the doctor to shave some of my jaw bone on the sides. I don't want to be under general anesthesia because the thought of going under scares me and I'm sure I can hold still for the shaving part. Can't be worse than the dentist if they numb me.

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