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Is subcision the best solution for the deep boxcar scar that I have on my nose? If not, what would be the best solution? (photo)

abcde6705Jan 5, 2016

Hi, Deep Boxcar Scar on Nose. I was thinking that subcision with a combination of laser treatment would work.

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