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How long should I stop using tretinoin .025 before a Fractional CO2 procedure?

kobe.kunJan 27, 2017
How many days should i stop using my tret .025 prior to a fco2? My fco2 is somewhat very light(all scabs falls off totally on the 4th day). My doctor does a spot treatment only. He also says to resume the medication til all scabs falls off..

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Dr. Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD
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Answered on Apr 9, 2017
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