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Laser Hair Removal combined with Mole Removal - is this possible?

Practical112604Jan 8, 2022
I have always wanted to get these moles removed on my body, and I am starting laser hair removal first. Once I am done with laser hair removal, can I still get my moles removed? Or does having laser hair removal followed mole removal have a risk? If so what is the relic I’ve only had one session of laser so far, so should I ask my laser specialist to not laser Over my moles anymore?

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Dr. Yazan Alghalith, MD
Board Certified Dermatologist
Answered on Jan 22, 2022
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