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Am I a good candidate for tummy tuck with my BMI and body composition? (Photo)

Hello, I am considering an extended tt but not sure if I would get good results based on my bmi of 29. When I lay flat my tummy goes flat as opposed to standing. I have lost 80lbs but wondering if I need to lose more to have nice results.

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