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I have an oblong head and big forehead. What can I do to fix this? (Photos)

staylo37Sep 12, 2017
I have an oblong head at big forehead. I'm not a huge fan of Bangs because that brings attention to my big nose. Is there a simple surgery that I can do to give more definition to my face and make it appear shorter?

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