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Do all RF microneedling devices leave track marks?

Compassionate9155Jul 8, 2023
There has been extensive commentary from people who get RF Microneedling about track marks and grid makes that last weeks after treatment. My question is, is this a risk for all types of Microneedling RF devices or do some not carry this risk?

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