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Thermismooth VS. Thermage CPT for eye lids, hooding and orbital area? (photos)

Anna B.May 4, 2016
What are the differences between Thermismooth and Thermage CPT for the eye area? Cost differences, number of treatments, effectiveness and risks? I am not open to surgery, CO2, botox or Ulthera for this area - Thank you

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