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Am I a tummy tuck candidate? (Photo)

VeespiritJan 23, 2023

Although I don’t have much fat, I have had 3 kids and have muscle separation. I also have an umbilical hernia and laxity. Do I have enough laxity for a tummy tuck? If I have less skin will this make my scar higher? Also, how low down will this bring my tattoo?

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