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What to do if i had a dermal removed above my cheek bone. to reduce scaring, is it best to apply neosporin, or just let the wound scab up dry out?
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Neosporin: Better to keep hydrated with neosporin. Be on the look out for redness a sign of reaction to neosporin ingredients.
Answered 10/7/2015
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