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Why are Botox injections needed for enlarged Masseter muscles?

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You often say that botox injections are required for masseter muscles that have become enlarged because of excessive chewing or similar habits. However if one managed to stop the habit, wouldnt the masseter muscle slim down and reduce in size on its own over time?

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