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IPL Facial After Blepharoplasty?

Nicola in LAAug 7, 2012
I have recently had transconjtvl bleph - 6 weeks ago and only have some small amount residual swelling left. I used to get photofacials before the procedure, how long should I wait before getting one again?

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Dr. Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS
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Dr. Mark Taylor, MD
Dr. Mark Taylor, MD
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Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
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