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Do I have a recessed jaw/chin? What is wrong with my lower third and how do I fix this? (photo)

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Dr. Michael T. Somenek, MD
Dr. Michael T. Somenek, MD
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Dr. Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
Dr. Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
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