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How many units required for masseter reduction? The clinic recommended 60 units.

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Hi all, I'm looking at getting botox in my masseter muscles for 2 reasons: 1 - I grind my teeth a LOT. During my sleep, during the day, I always catch myself clenching & grinding my teeth. I wake up with a sore jaw sometimes & also get headaches from the tension. 2 - To slim my jaw, I have a very round face & want my face to look slimmer. The clinic I've contacted recommended that I would need 60 units per side, totaling 120 units in the 1 sitting. Is this too many? Thanks!

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