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Is 12 hours too long for surgery?

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Jenn_mama_5Feb 4, 2021

I would like to have a tummy tuck and breast lift with implants. I've been told the surgery combined will take at least 12 hours, which is terrifying. Am I better off splitting the two procedures?

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