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Why are some Tummy Tuck scar curved while some are "W" in shape ?

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Why are some Tummy Tuck scar curved while some are "W" in shape ? If the scar placement is too high after a full tummy tuck, is it possible to do a scar revision to lower down the scar line ? if yes, how can it be done?

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