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How long after CO2 laser on breast aug scars can I use silicone scar sheets?

user0000011001Apr 23, 2024
I get C02 laser treatment on my breast augmentation scars every so often and am curious how long after the laser I can use silicone scar sheets. I ave only been using gel because the skin is so red and almost scaley after treatment, but much prefer the sheets.

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