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what is minimum gap required between laser liposuction sessions?

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dhillon18inJan 17, 2014

i bought a groupon coupon for 4 laser liposuction sessions in one area. now the clinic saying me they have only one appointment available and they are asking me to have all the 4 sessions in one sitting. is it okay to having 4 sessions within 2 hours. the results will be same?

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