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I Am a Laser Tech and Recently Found out That I Am Pregnant, is Safe for ME to Operate a Laser Throughout my Pregnancy?

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LTSBMar 2, 2012

There isn't any research that I can find on this subject? Please help ASAP!

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Dr. Christine Glavey, MD (retired)
Dr. Christine Glavey, MD (retired)
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Mar 6, 2012
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Dr. F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam)
Dr. F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam)
Board Certified Dermatologist
Answered on Mar 5, 2012
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