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My wound on top of hand closed i used a micro derm device to smooth it out, skin got very red raw!will that scar? does micro d promote faster healing?
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Be careful: If you use dermabrasion you may go too deeply and may induce scarring. Leave this for your dermatologist. If you skin is damaged see dermatologist.
Answered 6/14/2015
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