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Does laser stretch mark removal tighten skin?

I am a 34 year old female. I want to know if laser stretch mark removal tightens skin?

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Hello. Yes it does, very slightly. If you have any further questions or inquiries please visit my website at Drroya.com. Good luck!
I do not believe lasers work for stretch marks. These are permanent scars produced by tearing of the underside of the skin from overstretching such as from growth spurts, weight gain, and pregnancy. There is probably a genetic tendency to stretch marks. I purchased the only FDA laser approved for scars several years ago. After using it on several patients for acne scars and stretch marks, I concluded that it was totally worthless. I quit using it altogether even though I paid for it over the next several years. Won't do that again!
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