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How can stretch marks be removed permanently, from thighs and calves?

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Various therapies: You can see a dermatologist and there are several options laser treatment microdermabrasion local creams like tretinoin cream.

Answered 2/19/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Stretch marks: Treatments: Please see a dermatologist or plastic surgeon for evaluation. Possible treatments include fractional laser resurfacing,dermabrasion & medication (i.e., retinoids).

Dr Machanic and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/15/2018

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