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How Long Before Botox Results Can Be Seen?

How long after receiving Botox do you see the full benefit? Also, how many times can one receive this? I know it is every 4 months, but is there a limit to how long one can keep getting botox?

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Dr. Brock Ridenour, MD
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Dr. Brock Ridenour, MD
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Dr. Rodger Shortt, FRCSC
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Dr. Caner Kacmaz, MD
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