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Is it possible to fix uneven abdominal etching? (Photos)

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Pr07May 10, 2021

I had abdominal etching done 2 years ago, and I'm not happy with the results. I feel it looks too fake when viewed from the front. I am 5'6, 130lb and exercise regularly.

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