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Laser treatment prior to starting Accutane

clearskinhopesJan 10, 2017
Is it safe to start accutane after having BBL hair removal treatment? If so is there a recommended time to wait between laser treatment and starting accutane?

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Dr. Mark Taylor, MD
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