I had a birthmark removed last year and it came back. Would laser work better?

I had a birthmark removed last year and came back. Would a laser work better to remove the same birthmark?

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Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

By: Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center | David A. Engleman MD, FACC
Dallas, TX
Replied on: 1/10/2012

Lase works well on vascular marks.
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Dermatology Associates of Atlanta, P.C.

By: Dermatology Associates of Atlanta, P.C. | Edmond I. Griffin, M.D.
D. Scott Karempelis, M.D.
Stephen J. Kraus, M.D.
Joseph R. Payne, M.D.
Ashley R. Curtis, M.D.

Atlanta, GA
Replied on: 8/25/2011

Hello and thank you for your inquiery. Depending on where the birthmark is it may can be treated with chemical peels, Fraxel Laser, etc.
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