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What can be done for a more square chin? (Photo)

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David6157Aug 26, 2020

basically what can be done to achieve the result desired in my image? Fillers, osteotomy, implant? I want a little more width to my chin to make it more square and masculine. From the profile angle it looks fine, and is not recessed.

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Dr. Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS
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