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Track Marks After Fraxel Repair

K
KanikkiJan 17, 2011

I'm looking into Fraxel Repair, but I'm concerned about track marks. Can they be avoided? I'd rather not have to deal with bleaching creams etc. after an already difficult recovery.

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