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Can the Doctor Use Co2 Fractional Smartxide Dot Laser on Your Eyelids When He Does a Complete Face Laser Treatment?

cyntthaSep 24, 2012
If the Doctor uses the Co2 fractional smartxide dot laser on your eyelids when he does a complete Laser treatment. Should he also go over your eyelids?

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