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Interdisciplinary Management of Bilateral Maxillary Facial Exostoses Associated With Esthetic and Psychosocial Concerns Using Osteoplasty and Gingivoplasty: A Case Report.

Cureus · Portillo Avila KJ, Rodriguez N, Arenas Perez N, Camacho Grullon DN, Tello Orozco LR · 2026-08-12

A young woman with bilateral maxillary bony growths causing esthetic distress and psychological impact underwent surgical reshaping of the bone and gingival tissue, resulting in improved facial contours and significantly increased self-confidence.

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