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How soon after mole removal can I do CO2 laser? (photos)

natoosh26May 19, 2019
I had 2 moles removed (shaved and then burned) from my face 2 weeks ago. In a few days I am scheduled for my 3rd treatment of Fraxel CO2 laser. Should I wait to do the 3rd treatment because my scars from the mole removal are still fairly fresh? One mole was removed from the right side of my nose and the other my left cheek

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Dr. Kristin J. Tarbet, MD, FACS
Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
Answered on Sep 4, 2019
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Dr. Jennifer R. Berman, MS, MD
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