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Do I need an extended tummy tuck, circumferential tummy tuck or FDL tummy tuck with breast lift? (Photos)

butterfly4uMar 30, 2020

I'm 42 and my weight has fluctuated several times over the years. Biggest weight loss was about 70 pounds. 5'4 and about 168 now, do I look like I'm ready to have skin removal surgery now based on my stomach area? I'm not sure what weight I should be because I haven't been an ideal weight for years.

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