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2 days post op, is it normal after RF microneedling to have tiny white dots and grid marks?

tanukimegAug 25, 2018
I had the RF microneedling treatment two days ago and my cheeks feel a little rough, almost like tiny dots across my face. Also they’re in perfect lines in grid form. Is this a normal reaction and how long does it typically take to clear up? Thank you!

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