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Is it possible to get rid of an old burn scar?
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Improve, not remove.: Scars cannot be removed but there is a large variety of techniques to improve their appearance, both surgical and non-surgical. See a dermatologist or plastic surgeon (board-certified) to begin your search for an appropriate course of action. Good luck!
Answered 12/9/2013
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