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Lift + implants or implants alone? (Photo)

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MamaMia25427May 16, 2024

Hi! I’m 28, have had 3 kids which has caused my tissues to be super thin. I have loose skin and not much breasts to start with. Not sure if I would need a lift in addition to implants. I don’t dislike my breast position, just want them to be fuller- especially the upper pole.

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