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I had a bilateral mastopexy. I’m about a week out & noticed on my left breast I have a slight indent down the center. (Photo)

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ericasewadeJun 15, 2018

i also have some indent like a double crease towards the middle of my breasts on the underside. Not sure if this is normal or will fix itself.

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