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I just finish 11 month of accutane. i had severe cystic acne. the acne has clear up, but i'm left with acne scars. what are treatment available?
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Yes there are: But -- you need to wait about a year after finishing accutaine before facial surgery for the acne. See a plastic surgeon.
Answered 4/3/2016
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