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Cynosure Cynergy Laser. Will This Laser Causer Hair Follicle Loss On Upper Lip?

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NB8691Apr 22, 2012

Will this laser cause hair follicle LOSS if used on the upper lip and both applications of this Multiplex system are used 585nm/PDL & 1064nm/NdYag to reach the subcutaneous level? Treating possible residual lymphatic malformation, hypertrophic scar, inflammation. Thank you.

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