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Does microneedling create permanent scar tissue under the skin since needles are used to encourage collagen production?

Q: does microneedling create permanent scar tissue under the skin since needles are used to encourage collagen production?

: Not scarring under the skin but microneedling may cause scar in people who have the tendency to develop keloid.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Not scarring under the skin but microneedling may cause scar in people who have the tendency to develop keloid.

Dr Hom agreed

Answered 9/22/2022

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A member asked:

Does microneedling create permanent scar tissue under the skin since needles are used to encourage collagen production?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Hom agreed

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