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Stretch Marks Removal

Post a new topicby contentuser on Wed Dec 19, 2007 1:04 pm



Stretch Marks Removal


Stretch marks form when the skin layer becomes thin and less flexible. They are commonly associated with pregnancy, puberty, and rapid weight gain. As stretch marks mature, they often change from erythematous (red) and pink to white.

Stretch marks may have a genetic component. Microscopically, they indicate scarring of the dermis (inner layer of the skin).

Pulsed dye and vascular lasers can be used to treat stretch marks. Newer fractional resurfacing lasers ap...Read the full article

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