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How Does Laser Hair Removal Affect the Heart if Treating the Surrounding Area?

lmraabitMay 2, 2012

How Does Laser Hair Removal Affect the Heart if Treating the Surrounding Area?

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Dr. Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC
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Dr. Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC
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Dr. Jason Pozner, MD
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