I'm assuming this isn't something I can fix myself.

if I call someone to adjust it, is it likely that they can fix the problem (or at least get close-- say 95%)..? Or is it more likely that after they adjust it the bending will be slightly better but still noticable and I won't be able to get a refund..?

Can a tv repair pro hypothetically fix this (or very nearly so) by doing some adjustments or not?

Or is it some massive effort like replacing 100s of capacitors?

Sam1;.....

1st off , a model number would've probably gotten you a response by now....
So it's time for that..
& a chassis number would also be helpful....

That depends on the nature of the problem & ""How much electronic/TV repair background experience do you have ????"""

A pix would give us a much better idea of what the problem is....
Can you take & post pix ????....

If your diagnosis suggests it's hobbyist fixable I'm game.

A qualified tech might be able to correct your problem by accessing the service menu. I DO NOT recommend that you try this your self because you can wind up making the problem worse if you do not know what you are doing. The price would depend on your local economy.

Any idea when or how this happened ???

Was there a storm with lightning strikes nearby ???

Was there a local power (AC) failure/interuption ???

A qualified tech might be able to correct your problem by accessing the service menu. I DO NOT recommend that you try this your self because you can wind up making the problem worse if you do not know what you are doing.