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Photofacial Side Effects

I got my first Photofacial today and it feels like a really bad sunburn, and also I noticed a lot of dark brown small to medium spots all over. Is...

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Ipl or Photofacial Side Effect - Hair Growth?

I have very fine facial hair, like most women, but I'm worried that if I have a photo facial that the hair will be burned off during treatment and...

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How Long After Botox Should I Wait to Get a Photofacial?

I am going in for Botox (second time/forehead only) this weekend and also want to get a Photofacial soon (not the same day; the machine is not...

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Can Fraxel Laser Fix Hyperpigmentation Caused by Other Laser Treatments?

I have undergone 6 sessions of laser photo facial but the discoloration has gotten worse, became much darker and spread more on my face. My doctor has...

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Can Photofacial Cause Tooth Pain?

I had a Photofacial treatment a day ago and all went well, no redness, swelling, or heat sensations. Today I am experiencing tooth pain as I chew. ...

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How Long Does It Take for Hypopigmentation Spots to Go Away After a Photofacial?

I am about 18 or 19 days post photofacial/photorejuvenation. My hyperpigmention is gone and most of my hypopigmented spots are blending in with the...

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Can Photofacial Cause Outbreak of Shingles?

Recentl,y I had a demonstration of a "skin tightening" treatment with Elos technology. A few days later, I started using Tanda light therapy...

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Can a Photo Facial Cause Swollen Gland?

I am experiencing swollen glands in my neck after having IPL. Could this be a side effect?

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Is Fraxel or Photofacial Contraindicated in Patients Taking Plaqunil for Sjogrens

Is fraxel or photofacial contraindicated in patients taking Plaquenil 200mg 2/daily for sjogrens?

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