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Repressed scar on top of nose from biopsy, what do I need? (Photo)

Kaywat08Oct 25, 2022
I’m not sure what sort of plastic surgeon I should even be looking for, but I have this repressed scar on my nose from a biopsy that I’m so insecure about. I’m not sure what sort of procedure would need to be done, or who I need to find to do it. Please help.

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