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I'm asian lady w/ freckles & have been advised by my doctor for the Nd Yag KTP laser for removal of my freckles. Any suggestion?

yztanJan 27, 2015
Do i need numbing cream for this? And may I know what is the setting/power of the KTP laser for freckles removal? I have only ever experienced a Q switched Nd Yag laser

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