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Will Acupuncture After Brazilian Butt Lift Affect Results? I Am Using It As a Tool for Drainage.

LuxglowJan 29, 2013
I had a BBL 17 days ago and I got my first lymphatic massage today with someone who also does acupuncture as well. They assured me that the acupuncture being done will not disturb the fat that was redistributed it was for lymphatic drainage only just want to get a Dr's opinion on this also I have been looking for a good garment does it have to be a compression garment or will shapewear garments suffice as well?

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