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is it possible that the swelling is just starting now which make the results not look as good as straight after the operation?

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max4480Mar 21, 2016

Male chest Vaser Liposuction swelling--hello, had laser liposuction on my chest two days ago. when i got home on the same day i had a very quick look at the results and i was thrilled with the results! it looked nice and flat and no bruising. two days on the results dont look quite as good now and i have got very slight bruising occurring.  thanks!

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