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Can I grow the hair back on my facial area (beard and neck area) after I have had more than 6 laser treatments?

chucclesNov 4, 2015
I am 30. Istarted laser treatment when i was about 24/25 years of age. I was getting ingrown bumps due to my African American coarse hair and would get razor bumps when I shaved regularly. Now I LOVE seeing old pics of my beard and all my friends have beards and the look great with them. I miss my beard and i want it back and even thicker! I really want it back now. I have actually received lots of hair growth back and now using Minoxidil twice daily and awaiting 6month-long term results. Help!

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From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Dr. Jared Mallalieu, DO
Board Certified General Surgeon
Answered on Nov 6, 2015
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Dr. Mohsen Tavoussi, MD, DO
Facial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Answered on Nov 5, 2015
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Dr. Morris Westfried, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Nov 5, 2015
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