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Laser Stretch Mark Removal

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Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Stretch Marks Treatment

Treatment with a laser is a highly delicate procedure requiring experience and knowledge. Stretch marks in particular are a difficult problem to treat. Rarely will treatment result in total removal of stretch marks. The most important thing when seeking help with your stretch marks is to consult with a skilled, experienced physician with specialized knowledge of the skin.

Here are some questions to consider prior to treatment:

Are you a board-certified physician?
Is there a board-certified physician of any kind in the office?
Will you perform a test patch to see how the treatment results may look?
How much experience do you have at performing this treatment?
Are there alternative treatments which may be more effective for my skin?
What's your medical specialty? (Dermatology, Family Medicine, etc.)
Do you have any references? Before and After photos?

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Last Modified: September 07, 2007

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The information contained in the above article is purely for educational purposes and is not intended to provide any medical advice. Always consult with your physician before having any medical procedure performed.

Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Stretch Marks Treatment

Here are some questions to consider prior to treatment:

Frequently Asked Questions