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What Is The Approximate Time for Breast Implant Inframammary Incision to Heal?

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Victoria in TexasFeb 3, 2012

Good evening, How long does it take for the breast implant inframammary incision site to heal 100%? Thank you!

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Dr. Daniel Kaufman, MD, FACS
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