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Which is to be the first: CO2 or fat transfer?

April 7, 2022
Asked By:Original915701 in Chicago, IL

I have two questions: 1-) i am planning to get my second CO2 laser treatment for my scars . Can i get it 5 months after i got the first? 2-) if i’ve decided to have facial fat transfer for volume restoration, which procedure should i get first: fat transfer or CO2 laser? Thanks.

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