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I had fractional laser done. This is result after 3w. Will those white spots get back to dark or it will stay like that? (Photo)

melania1987Oct 17, 2015
Would chemical peeling on my arms help? Is there any other treatment than chemical peeling, some cream? Thank you

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Dr. Morris Westfried, MD
Dr. Morris Westfried, MD
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Dr. Michele S. Green, MD
Dr. Michele S. Green, MD
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Answered on Nov 29, 2016
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