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Article: Military's cosmetic surgery perk draws criticism, praise.

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October 25, 2004
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By Joanne Kimberlin, The Virginian-Pilot, Norfolk, Va. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News

Oct. 25--Flatter bellies. Thinner thighs. Shapelier chests.

Boot camp is known for sculpting better bodies.

Less known is that military plastic surgeons are doing the same, performing "Nip/Tuck" on America's fighting men and women at a steep discount.

Last year, military doctors gave soldiers, sailors, Marines, air force personnel or their family members a total of 261 breast enlargements, 288 tummy tucks, 385 liposuction procedures, 135 face lifts and 69 nose jobs, according to service calculations.

Active duty personnel pay nothing ...

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