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What age is old enough for a male chin implant?

I have read some studies online that suggest he mandible will continue growing until age 20 and beyond, but most doctors on here have said that age 18 or 19 is appropriate to get the surgery. So, I was just hoping for clarification on this.

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Dr. William Portuese, MD
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