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Nicotine day of & during Botox for jaw

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Cassy10000Apr 26, 2024

I am trying to quit smoking and had 2 Nicolette lozenges in the morning (eq 3 cigarettes) & was having 1 lozenge (Eq 1.5 cigarettes) during my jaw Botox appointment. I just realised this might affect the treatment. Will this have any adverse effects? Other than that I am healthy etc.

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