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Chin reduction and augmentation at the same time?

jamesldavisAug 5, 2022
So my chin recedes, but it is very long. I want my chin to be reduced by perhaps 1/4 inch, and projected forward as well, to be a stronger, better chin. What would the process be for this? Would I need multiple CT scans? I don't want THAT much radiation. Could it be done in one procedure?

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