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Can Fraxel Repair correct burn scars from a Glycolic Acid Peel? (photos)

charisma123May 11, 2014
Six years ago when I was 25 I foolishly used a high percentage of glycolic acid on my skin and it caused severe scarring. I have had 6 years of laser treatments at conservative levels. I plan on getting Fraxel Repair done. I have been told by several dermatologists that fillers can't work due to the nature of the scarring. The texture is different and these scars have no pores. Every time I get a treatment done the scar tissue raises and swells up. I would appreciate advice on this matter.

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Dr. Michael A. Persky, MD
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Dr. Michael A. Persky, MD
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Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS
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Dr. Jeff Angobaldo, MD
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Dr. Jeff Angobaldo, MD
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Dr. Adebola Dele-Michael, MD, FAAD
Dr. Adebola Dele-Michael, MD, FAAD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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