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Any suggestions on erbium harmony XL laser? (photos)

mariterearenasJul 27, 2016
I have had two treatments, once every one month, the first at 700mj the second at 800mj ( energy), but i sont see a big improvement on my dilated pores, should i do the third one at 1000 mj ? I am very stressed about it, what do you advice?

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Dr. Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD
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Answered on Aug 1, 2016
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