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How Long Will it Take to Get My Natural Smile Back After Alarplasty?

kandy1Apr 10, 2012
I had an alarplasty 8 days ago and have noticed that my cheeks are still puffy and my nose is the same size as before if not bigger. I understand this is due to swelling but what concerns me the most is I'm not able to smile like before.. will this be permanent? If not, how long will it take for me to smile naturally again? Thank you for your answers.

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