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Is it normal to have deep holes on TT revision? (Photo)

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lunadaAug 9, 2016
I have three deep holes in my tummy tuck disolve sutures I am 10 days post op Any recommendations? Is this normal?

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Dr. Tom J. Pousti, MD
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