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Can I use Botox to aid stretching?

haleyslouise
I have limited range of motion in my jaw and tmj/posture/connective tissue/headache issues. I've been stretching my jaw daily, albeit not religiously, but it's had limited success. I was wondering if getting masseter botox would help my stretches be more efficient or have lasting impact? I don't necessarily want to be getting TMJ botox repeatedly for a long time, partially because of the chance my insurance won't cover it. I just want to speed the stretching process a bit.

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