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Are fraxel laser treatments good for african american skin or does it mess up the color?
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It works: Fractionated laser can be used in skin of color, and improves scars. There may be isolated white spots which repigment within a few months.
Answered 7/5/2012
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Effective: It can be effective but more sessions deeded and more complications can happen.
Answered 7/8/2012
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