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Laser resurfacing involves directing concentrated pulsating beams of light at irregular skin. This procedure may be used to reduce wrinkles, blemished, or acne scars. There are two types of lasers commonly used in laser resurfacing: carbon dioxide and erbium. Treated areas heal in 10-21 days. Possible complications include milia, hyperpigmentation, and swelling.

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Clear Skin Pictures Slideshow: Helping Your Teen With Acne For a clear complexion, watch this slidshow on the dos and don'ts to combat teen acne, pimples, zits, blemishes, and blackheads....learn more »
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Picture of Acne Exactly what causes acne? Acne develops when cells and natural oils begin to block up tiny hair follicles in the skin. See a...learn more »
Picture of White Bumps (Milia) Tiny white spots very often appear on a newborn's face and gums during the first week. See a picture of White Bumps (Milia) and...learn more »
Picture of Wrinkles Wrinkles are a by-product of the aging process. See a picture of Wrinkles and learn more about the health topic....learn more »

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