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Best Treatment for Discoloration from Radiesse?

What is the best treatment discoloration of the skin after Radiesse? I have two half-moon circles under my eyes and it has been over three months. I have olive skin and I tan very easily. I can post a picture if that would help.

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1 Doctor Answer | Asked by Anne in Florida in Pensacola, Florida
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You'll have to wait for the Radiesse to dissolve

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