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How long are the stitches in place for an inner thigh lift incision in the groin?

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globabe333May 10, 2016

how long do the stiches stay in place with an inner thigh lift. The incision is in the groin area. Parts of it are puckered up. I understand they will flatter but the longer they stay puckered won't they stay that way??

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