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Can a tummy tuck, upper/lower eyelid, facelift and neck lift with chin implant be done at the same time?

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I am in great health. 145 lbs. having tummy tuck to get rid of old c-section flap of skin. I am 50 years old. Nervous about having all this work done at one time. Is it safe?

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