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Stretch marks: Radiesse before or after Qwo?

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Maria Eliza7Mar 15, 2023

Does radiesse get rid of stretch marks? I am wondering if I should get quo then radiesse or the other way around? Or does radiesse also help for stretch marks? Thank you!

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Dr. Peter Andolina, DO
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Answered on Sep 13, 2023
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