Dentists may use BOTOX® for various purposes, including relaxing lines and facial wrinkles. BOTOX can soften or relax the lines already there, or we can use it preventively to help stop new wrinkles from forming.
Our dental office can also use BOTOX to manage the headaches and jaw pain associated with TMJ and bruxism (teeth grinding).
BOTOX Cosmetic Treatment in Burnaby, BC: What to Expect
Your dentist uses a whisper-thin needle to deliver BOTOX just below the skin. During administration, you may notice slight stings that are more surprising than painful. Most patients tolerate BOTOX injections quite well.
After the injections, you may experience slight bruising or swelling, but this dissipates quickly. And BOTOX will continue to work across several weeks. In other words, there are few immediate results on the day of treatment, but they continue to improve over the course of about two weeks to reach maximum efficacy and last several months.
Your dentist will discuss follow-up treatment or how often you should have BOTOX in Burnaby, BC.
How BOTOX Works
BOTOX relaxes the muscles beneath the skin, thereby slackening the lines and wrinkles in the face. This does not mean your face will feel frozen or you'll be unable to smile! It is designed to leave you with a more youthful appearance by placing lines and wrinkles at rest.
Target areas for BOTOX cosmetic treatment may include:
- Smile lines around the mouth
- Crow's feet around the eyes
- Angry-looking lines between the eyebrows
- General fine lines and wrinkles
The first step is learning whether BOTOX treatment is right for you and how you'll benefit from treatment.
Contact Your Cosmetic Dentist in Burnaby, BC
If you have migraines, issues with your jaw joints, or suspect bruxism, BOTOX therapy may be the solution. Additionally, if you're looking to relax fine lines and wrinkles, we may be able to help. To learn more or arrange a consultation with the dentist, contact a helpful dental team member today.