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Do fingerprints disappear with age? The truth behind aging skin and biometric scans

While the fundamental fingerprint pattern you are born with is permanent, a combination of age-related skin changes and lifelong wear can make prints less distinct and harder to read over time. This phenomenon prompts many to ask, do fingerprints disappear with age, especially when relying on biometric scanners for daily tasks?

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