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Do I need a lift if I want my implant over the muscle? (Photo)

September 16, 2023
Asked By:malezia in Modesto, California

I had my 1st breat augmentation 21 years ago .400 cc mentor saline implant over the muscle .Was really happy with my result (round fake look).i hade 2 pregnancies after and breast got bigger and move to the side when i lay down. Do i need a breast lift if a i want my implant over the muscle again and do i need to go bigger implant for the round fake look

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