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How long should I wait to get a chemical peel TCA 35%, after having a facelift?

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sxylexyApr 8, 2019

I had a facelift with chin liposuction 3 weeks ago. I am healing well, but still have numbness on sides of face. My appointment for peel is 5/7/19 and wondering if that would be sufficient time.

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