Scarring is an evolutionary trait that’s helped us survive this long, but they can come with some downsides. Aside from the visible scar, the healed tissue no longer functions like normal skin. Dr. Michael Longaker, a plastic surgeon, explains the purpose of scarring and new technology that could completely reverse the damage.

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