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Tumescent Liposuction Vs. Smart Lipo

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floridakicksass2Oct 9, 2009

Which is better between Tumescent Liposuction and Smart Lipo? Or does it depend on area where the fat is being removed from? Is one better for one area of the body while the other better at a different area?

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