Botulinum toxin (Botox)

References

Citations

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Author: Kathe Gallagher, MSWLast Updated: August 25, 2006
Medical Review: Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine
Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine
James D. McMahan, MD, FACS - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

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