Hello, Unless you have very few skin problems, it wold be hard for me to provide you the same results with two vs 5 treatments. Usually, the former is reserved for patients that have received 5 treatments and then over time, want touch ups. It is the usual practice to increase the... more
Two IPL treatments instead of 4 to 5?
i consulted with a dermatologist about IPL treatment to remove age spots or sun discoloration on my face, chest, and hands. He recommends only 2 treatments rather than the series of 4-5 as other dermatologists do. He claims by raising the strength at the 2nd treatment, all spots should resolve after only 2 treatments. He wants payment for both treatments up front. Does this make sense?
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