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Does laser skin resurfacing cause skin discoloration on black skin?
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Maybe: Dark skin people have a higher likelihood of pigmentary changes after skin treatments. There are very good lasers and skin products today that can help avoid this unwanted problem. Ask your board certified plastic surgeon for a consultation.
Answered 3/4/2013
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It can!: Be very careful with lasers on dark skin. See someone with a lot of experience.
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