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Is Drainless Tummy Tuck a Safe Procedure?

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After consulting a board certified plastic surgeon, I was told that some physicians do not do the drainless procedure because it takes additional time in the O.R. (hence higher cost) or that the same risks exist when using drains. Is it safe?I have heard conflicting views and am a bit concerned/confused about this. I must admit, no drains sounds very appealing to me as a patient.

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