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Would a canthoplasty or an endoscopic brow lift help me achieve almond shaped eyes? (photo)

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goldencherryJan 26, 2023

I’m a 30 years old female and my eyes look so sad,I want to get back the almond shape I used to have when I was younger. What procedure could help me?

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