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I am 41,weigh 246, my stomach is the largest thing on me...should i have a extended tummy tuck?

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Dr. Otto Placik answered

Get 2 ideal weight: For,your overall health, it would be best to get to your ideal weight prior to the tummy tuck

Dr Anyanwu and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 6/22/2021

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