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

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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