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Indent in lower stomach? (photos)

Journey345Jul 31, 2016
I have always had this indent on my lower stomach where my pants pocket and button would be, I know it's not awful but it is an insecurity of mine, and I never wear bathing suits because of it. I have tried wearing loose fitting pants, but the indent is always there. Are there any ways I could get this smoothed out without leaving a scar bigger than it?

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