Did you know that you can get Botox® at the dentist? Whether patients want to complete their cosmetic care with Botox treatment or want to alleviate TMJ headaches, we can help. Botox is an FDA-approved injectable treatment option that addresses facial muscles. Our dentists can administer Botox in Cary, NC, to lessen the appearance of facial wrinkles and treat TMD. Because dentists study the musculoskeletal structure of the face, they understand the bones, joints, and muscles that make up the face.
Cosmetic Botox Treatment in Cary, NC
Botox is a neurotoxin, which means it acts on nerve signals when injected into the facial muscles. After we inject Botox into facial wrinkles, they disappear because the muscles that crease the skin relax. We can target mulitple areas of the face with injectable Botox treatment.
Botox can treat dynamic wrinkles. These wrinkle form as a result of repeated facial movements such as smiling, frowning, or squinting. They appear in areas of the face where the muscles are most active, such as around the eyes (crow’s feet) and between the eyebrows (frown lines). Over time, the repeated muscle contractions cause the skin to fold and crease. This forms visible lines and wrinkles.
Our team ensures you feel comfortable during Botox treatment by numbing treated areas and injecting Botox into the areas of your face that require treatment.
The injection process typically takes just a few minutes and is relatively painless. Some patients may experience minor discomfort at the injection site. However, this feeling quickly fades.
Botox Treatment for TMJ Disorders
Patients with temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) experience problems like headaches and orofacial pain. Pressure on the bite and the jaw joints from TMD can result in pain in facial muscles.
We can use Botox treatment to target the facial muscles that create pain for TMD patients and alleviate problems like headaches and jaw pain. Patients experience these symptoms because of teeth clenching and grinding.
During a consultation, we will consider your specific symptoms and note the areas where you hold the most tension. When we inject Botox for TMJ patients, we target the muscles that create the most tension. Relieving muscle tension with Botox can prevent morning headaches, migraines, jaw pain, and pain in the temples.
Aftercare
There is minimal downtime after Botox treatment. Still, you must care for your skin for a smooth healing process. Below, we will review the Do’s and Don’t after Botox treatment:
DO
- Exercise your facial muscles 2 hours after treatment to help work Botox into your muscles.
- Use a cold compress or ice pack to help reduce swelling and discomfort, if needed.
- Take any prescribed medications as directed by your healthcare provider.
- Stay hydrated.
DO NOT
- Wear makeup.
- Smoke.
- Do strenuous exercise.
- Get facial treatments like facials, peels, or microdermabrasion for at least two weeks.
- Lie down or apply pressure to the treated area for 6 hours after treatment.
Botox can last for 3 to 6 months. You can return to our office for touch-ups as needed to keep your skin smooth.
Ask Us About Botox
Are you interested in Botox treatment and want to know more? Call Reedy Creek Family and Cosmetic Dentistry for Botox treatment in our Cary, NC, dentist office today at 919-646-6294. You can also schedule a dental appointment with Dr. Emily Reece online.