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Can Fraxel Laser Cause Botox to Diffuse to Mouth?

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Recently, I had Botox for frown lines between eyes, lines on my nose, and crow's feet. I also had Juvederm in cheeks. Seven days later, I had Fraxel on face. Two hours later, my smile was crooked. It improved 3 weeks later, but right side around my mouth is still not normal. Could the Fraxel have caused the Botox to diffuse down to my mouth? I had Bell's palsy 30 years ago, but I'm sure it is not related because only my mouth is affected. I am having another Fraxel next week, and am scared that it will happen again.

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