Stretch marks: Stretch marks are cause by the deep layers of the skin splitting. They are red and raised when they first happen and then fade over time. There is no treatment to remove them that is effective. The redness can be treated with lasers for fade them to white. Surgery to remove the stretch marks substitutes a long scar such as with a tummy tuck.
Answered 3/31/2014
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stretch marks: There is no simple way to remove stretch marks after they are present. Preventative care during pregnancy includes the use of skin moisturizer such as cocoa butter. However afterwards you may see some improvement with micro-needling, fractional laser, or excision as in the case of a tummy tuck. Consult a board-certified plastic surgeon to see your options.
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