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Am I a candidate for a reverse tummy tuck with a minimal scar? (Photo)

Forceful783722Feb 21, 2026

Hello Doctor I’d like to clarify whether my case is suitable for a minimal-scar reverse tummy tuck. My main concerns are: the possibility of developing “dog ears” on the sides, and the risk of wrinkles/vertical lines in the middle of the sternum if I proceed with a minimal-scar reverse approach (without a vertical incision).

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