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202560 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(11 ratings)• TMDB

About Face

202560 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(11 ratings)• TMDB

Elite surgeons in Los Angeles perform complex facial reconstruction surgeries for patients with severe deformities and rare conditions.

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Elite surgeons in Los Angeles perform complex facial reconstruction surgeries for patients with severe deformities and rare conditions.

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Bobby Roth

Bobby Rothdirector

Rama Laurie Stagnerwriter

Kathleen Yorkcast

Viveka Daviscast

Bruce Greenwood

Bruce Greenwoodcast

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Elite surgeons in Los Angeles tackle some of the most complex facial reconstruction cases, helping patients with severe deformities and rare conditions reclaim dignity, hope, and a chance at a new life.

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