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Choosing a board-certified surgeon in Barcelona or Madrid provides access to specialized facial units performing over 23,000 operations annually.</p> <p><strong>Patient Consensus:</strong> Patients recommend consulting an orthodontist first as bite alignment changes can significantly alter lip profile naturally. Those with a long philtrum often suggest combining this with a lip lift to prevent unwanted facial elongation.</p>"},{"q":"What is included in a typical lip reduction package in Spain?","a":"<p>Lip reduction packages in Spain typically include surgeon fees, local or twilight anesthesia, pre-operative blood tests, and follow-up consultations. Most comprehensive plans cover 1 night of hospitalization and clinic admission fees. 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