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Is LED Light Therapy Safe for Pregnant Women?

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ElsaMay 29, 2009

I am considering buying a LED skin treatment device, Omnilux New-U, for home use; but I am also planning to get pregnant shortly. Will it be safe for me to use while I'm pregant? Thanks.

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Dr. Dennis Gross, MD
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