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Under or over the muscle? Does my skin look thick enough for over the muscle implant with a lift? (Photo)

Gurlgirl131Dec 22, 2023
I do not know what I want to do . I've been looking online for over the muscle results / under the muscle results and the pros and cons for both but I just need some advice . Does my skin look thick enough for over the muscle implant with a lift . And yes I know I'll need a lift due to my breasts sagging . Thank you !

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