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Should i be chewing gums for reducing chubby/puffy cheeks?
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Chewing Gum: It has not yet been documented that chewing gum has a beneficial effect for puffy cheeks. I recommend a dental evaluation to see what the cause of this situation might be.
Answered 11/30/2013
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