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Is fat removed during a tummy tuck, or is only skin removed?

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mskim2uAug 25, 2015

I've lost 110 lbs but have loose skin that hangs below my pelvic bone. There are areas on my stomach that appear to be larger or bulkier than other areas. I'm guessing these may be fat deposits. I'm just wondering if a tummy tuck will be enough or if I will need to have lipo and the tummy tuck together.

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