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Is clarity enhancement permanent?

April 26, 2017Clarity Enhancement PERMANENT

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Is clarity enhancement permanent?

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Black carbon spots are removed by laser drilling. This process is irreverible and produces permanent changes. Fracture fill process fills up visible fissure in the diamond with glass like material to reduce its appearance. This is a reversible process. The filler material may dissolve in certain acids. Exposure of diamond to high heat can result in depletion of the filler material.