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I was burnt by gunpowder 9 years ago. I'm 21 and still have the dark mark. How can I fix it? (Photo)

March 2, 2015
Asked By:pankaj agarwal in Big Indian, NY

i am from india .my left face is burnt as shown its is black but my right side is fair how can i match both side fair. thank u so much ...

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Answer: Chemical Peels and Fraxel Laser

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