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Tummy tuck scar too low. What can I do about this? (Photo)

Santana8801Mar 28, 2023
What can I do about my scar? Yes I use a high quality silicon cream and tape. What kind of underwear or bathing suit I put on my tummy tuck scar is so low it’s on my leg!

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