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Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon for Laser Hair Removal? (photo)

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FebruaryJun 2, 2013

I am currently seeking laser hair removal for chin,neck and lip area . I currently shave and tweeze everyday for those areas . Do I contact a dermatologist , plastic surgeon or a place like ideal image for permanent hair removal ?

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Dr. Harold J. Kaplan, MD
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Dr. George T. Boris, MD, FRCS
Dr. George T. Boris, MD, FRCS
Board Certified Otolaryngologist
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Dr. F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam)
Dr. F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam)
Board Certified Dermatologist
Answered on Jun 4, 2013
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