Hello,
Did you experience damage from our recent snow and ice? Did any branches break off your tree?  Below is some information about snow and ice damage that may help you:

https://chatham.ces.ncsu.edu/2015/02/helping-trees-and-shrubs-recover-from-snow-and-ice/

Would you be able to attach a photo of the damage you are seeing? I am not sure I have a good idea of what the bark damage is that you are experiencing. Certainly if the growing area below the bark is damaged this can be problematic, however I am unsure of the severity of the issue without more information.  Unfortunately there is not a way for you repair bark that has been damaged.  However, if the damage isn't too severe the tree is often able to repair the wound on its own.

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