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Under or over the muscle? Booked in next week for 295cc anatomical implants. Age 27. (Photos)

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libertypinkJan 29, 2018

Please advise on sub glandular or sub muscular implants. I am 5ft 4, just under 10 stone and want a natural look. There are so many pros and cons reading about whether to go under or over the muscle and I don’t know how to make the decision. My surgeon says I have enough tissue to go over the muscle. Please advise! Thank you xxxx

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