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What are the chances of laser skin resurfacing scarring my face?
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Minimal: With "non-invasive" laser options the risk is almost zero. With more invasive lasers (carbon dioxide lasers) the risks increase but are certainly not more than 1 or 2%.
Answered 2/1/2015
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