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Haven't found an answer to my issue. Do I need an appliance or braces for my dental issue? (Photo)

Facelift1990Jun 14, 2021
As you can see in the pictures, there's some protrusion going on with my teeth, more on the left side of my face which makes one nostril appear smaller than the other and the cheekbone on that side is also a bit more prominent than the other. How can I fix the protrusion on the left side of my mouth and the protrusion altogether? I can't seem to find a solution.

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Dr. Saoly Benson, DDS
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Answered on Jun 29, 2021
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