BOTOX®

BOTOX is the trade name of Botulinum Toxin. Doctors developed it in the 1970s to relax the eye muscles that cause the eye condition Strabismus, in which patients’ eyes don’t properly align.

BOTOX is famous for its cosmetic applications, but it remains important in treatment that relaxes muscles to relieve medical conditions. BOTOX is one of the most popular solutions for reducing the signs of aging and helping you feel more confident. BOTOX injections will not completely get rid of wrinkles and fine lines but will help you achieve a fresher feeling and younger look. Illustration of areas where BOTOX can reduce signs of aging.

BOTOX is one of the most popular injectables used to reverse the signs of aging and create a fresher, younger look. This purified protein temporarily paralyzes facial muscles in the applied area, causing the skin to relax and smooth out. Though BOTOX will not eliminate wrinkles completely, it will greatly reduce their severity and help you look and feel younger. The procedure is essentially painless and is often performed without the need for anesthesia. Our oral surgeon has undergone extensive training to administer the injection for your desired result safely.

BOTOX is effective in reducing wrinkles. Whether you have crow’s feet, frown lines, or forehead wrinkles, BOTOX injections are a quick and easy way to eliminate fine lines and improve self-confidence. Getting your treatments in a professional, medical setting like our state-of-the-art facility at Dental Associates of Arlington is the best way to ensure your procedure is safe and expertly administered by an experienced professional. The botox injection can safely reduce the appearance of wrinkles by blocking the muscles’ nerve signals, impeding them from contracting and causing deep lines and wrinkles. By doing this, it gives your skin a smoother look.

BOTOX procedure is quick and easy. BOTOX injections are performed with some of the smallest needles available, which minimizes pain, and the entire procedure lasts only minutes. Your comfort is one of our top priorities in our practice, and many patients find that the pain is minimal to nonexistent, even without a numbing treatment. You can return to your normal routine immediately after the procedure. Botox injections can be fast and safe when administered by a certified professional. The treatment only takes a few minutes to complete and is very safe. The effects of this procedure last up to four months with minimal downtime. For lasting facial rejuvenation, most people opt for repeated treatments.

BOTOX is long-lasting without the risks involved with permanent treatments. The effects of BOTOX tend to last for three to six months. Though some patients experience minor swelling, redness, or bruising immediately after injection, these effects tend to be very minimal and resolve within a few hours or days. Because BOTOX is not a permanent treatment, side effects will be completely reversible, and BOTOX applications can be adapted to your face as it ages and changes. During your initial consultation, your surgeon will ensure you have a full understanding of the risks and benefits of BOTOX injections.

The application of facial Botox® in dentistry is quickly becoming more popular, especially for the treatment of temporomandibular disorders (TMJ). When administered by a trained and experienced general dentist, facial Botox® can provide fast relief from the unpleasant and frustrating side effects of the condition. If you have TMJ disorder, continue reading to know how Botox® is used as a treatment.

The soft tissues around the mouth are as important as the color and position of the teeth in determining the patient’s smile. Dental Associates of Arlington in Arlington knows that areas around the mouth need to be considered as important as the teeth for complete smile analysis and esthetic treatment. Our Arlington dentists not only want to give our patients beautiful teeth, but also a beautiful smile. This can all be achieved non-surgically and non-invasively with Botox.

There are many things that go into a beautiful smile. One thing that determines a beautiful smile is the smile line. Do too much of your gums show above your teeth when you smile? In cosmetic dentistry we call this a “gummy smile.” Gummy smiles distract from beautiful teeth and lips. This can easily and quickly be corrected using Botox. We are proud to be one of the few dental clinics that are experienced in Botox injections. Botox is extremely useful in aesthetic dentistry cases and often used in conjunction with Juvederm filler as a non-surgical alternative to high lip line cases as mentioned above. Botox can also be used to bring relief to patients with TMJ or grinding problems. It can greatly reduce the intensity of muscle contractions that contribute to TMJ, thereby reducing or eliminating facial pain.

In a dental setting, Botox is primarily used to treat bruxism and its associated head, face, and neck pain. Facial Botox from a dentist can last between 10 to 30 minutes on average, depending on the number of injections needed. The dentist will determine this during the initial examination. The only discomfort associated with the treatment is the injection pain, which dissipates quickly. The dental professional may apply numbing or anesthetic cream before the injection to minimize discomfort.

When injected into the facial muscles, Botox paralyzes the muscle fibers or inhibits impulse transmission along the nerves. The treatment leaves the facial muscles relaxed, preventing them from engaging in involuntary jaw movement, particularly during sleep. This consequently prevents nighttime teeth grinding, jaw clenching or jaw locking, which are all factors that contribute to TMJ disorders. The relieving effects are usually noticeable within a day or two after treatment, but it may take about a week or two to notice the full effects of the injections. Although Botox will prevent the facial muscles from powerful movements, patients will still be able to use the muscles for actions such as talking, chewing and swallowing. This makes Botox a preferable and convenient option for many patients.

Bruxism is a condition in which teeth are ground, gnashed, or clenched. Bruxism is often unconscious and can occur during the day. If you ever find yourself clenching your jaw, this is a form of awake bruxism. Bruxism commonly occurs overnight, and this is called sleep bruxism. Bruxism causes damage to teeth and pain in the muscles of the face, neck, and head. It can also interfere with a sufferer’s sleep patterns, and sometimes sleep bruxism is so loud it wakes other people in a room or even in the house!

Enhances Natural Beauty: Another essential benefit of Botox treatment is that it boosts natural beauty by smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, enhancing the overall look of your skin.

• Worn-down or chipped teeth. This dental damage can have secondary effects, including:
  • Tooth sensitivity
  • Tooth loss
  • Gum disease
• Headaches and migraines
• Earaches and ringing in the ears
• Jaw joint pain or stiffness
• Pain or stiffness in the muscles radiating from the jaw, including the neck, shoulders, and upper back
• Sleep problems, including snoring and sleep apnea

Botox relaxes the jaw muscles that control the grinding of teeth. Weakening the jaw muscles leads to less force pressing the teeth together as they clench or grind. This results in less damage occurring; however, after Botox treatment, the jaw retains sufficient strength to perform all of its positive tasks, such as eating and talking.

Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) is a condition affecting the joints that connect your jawbone to your skull. It can cause considerable pain and have a negative impact on your ability to eat or sleep normally. Botox injections can play a role in treating TMJ by altering the movement of the muscles supporting your jaw. Injections can improve teeth grinding, lock jaw, and overall jaw tension. These changes can reduce jaw pain and headaches brought on by TMJ. Treatments usually take less than 30 minutes and are not painful. You might feel a slight pinching or pricking sensation as the needle enters your skin. There is no need for anesthesia, advance preparation, or recovery time. You’ll be out the door and back into the swing of your normal routine swiftly.

Whether used in cosmetic or treatment applications, Botox is both safe and effective. These treatments are backed by more than 15 years of clinical studies and are the subject of more than 500 peer-reviewed articles. It’s important to note, however, that the safety and efficacy of Botox depends on getting your treatment from a trained medical or dental professional with a comprehensive understanding of facial anatomy and neurological function. Never seek any injectable treatment from a questionable source, and be wary of highly discounted “treatments.” Botox is only manufactured in one facility; there is no generic formulation available.

If you’d like to learn more about what Botox can do for you, schedule an appointment at Dental Associates of Arlington today. Online booking is available, or you can always call to speak with a member of the administrative staff.

Botox treatment is minimally invasive and can be completed in just a few minutes. Here are the main steps:

• The dentist examines the patient’s teeth and jaw to ensure Botox treatment is appropriate and then crafts a treatment plan.
• The treatment area might be numbed slightly with a topical anesthetic.
• Botox is administered by injection directly into the jaw muscles.
• The patient can leave the dental office.

Botox is administered via injections using a narrow needle. If desired, a numbing cream may be put on the skin to reduce the sensation of the injections. This is a quick procedure that comes with minimal pain.

Initially, the results of Botox treatment for dental issues last about four months. Therefore, to keep benefiting from the treatment’s positive effects, patients should return to the dentist for regular treatments. However, with repeated treatment, the effects of Botox often begin to last longer, making it possible that a patient could eventually be able to space treatment visits to the dentist further apart.

The Botox treatment provides temporary relief and the results last for about three to four months. When the effects wear off, patients will need to return for another appointment, according to the dentist’s recommendations. After the procedure, patients can return to their regular daily activities immediately upon leaving the dental office.

Swelling, redness, numbness or mild bruising may occur but should disappear within 24 hours. Ice packs can help relieve any tenderness around the injection area. To minimize the side effects, patients need to take precautions such as:

• Avoid rubbing, touching or massaging the injected areas since this can cause discomfort or move the Botox to unwanted areas
• Stay off excessive alcohol consumption for at least 24 hours
• Avoid blood-thinning meds such as aspirin for 24 hours
• Strenuous physical activity is not advisable in the first day or two
• Head, jaw and neck pain very often has a dental occlusion and masticatory (chewing) muscle origin. Recent advances in the understanding of pain have lead to new treatments and pain management techniques for acute and chronic dental and facial pain. BOTOX® and JEAVEAU are neurotoxins that block messages between muscles and the nerves that control them. Neurotoxin is a natural protein, it is a powerful muscle relaxant with minimal side-effects. The temporary effects of BOTOX® become apparent 7-10 days after the procedure and generally last 3-4 months.

The problem treated with Neurotoxin will disappear for up to four months. The smooth, diminished appearance of the wrinkles may last up to four months. Patients should wait at least three months between treatments. There is also the likely possibility that with repeated treatments, the injected muscles will atrophy allowing the patient to go longer and longer between sessions.

Botox may or may not be the best treatment option for the results that you desire. An ideal candidate meets the following conditions.

• Between the ages of 18-65
• Has a dento-facial problem caused by parafunctional muscle activity
• Has a drooling problem
• Does not object to the disappearance of wrinkles
• Looking for a non-surgical solution
• Looking for a temporary solution
• Knowledgeable about the procedure
• Realistic in expectations
• In good physical and psychological health
• Not pregnant or nursing

In rare cases, an allergic reaction to the Botox injection can cause adverse effects like swelling or difficulty breathing. Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect you are having an adverse reaction to Botox.

The cost of Botox dentistry treatment will be partially determined by the number of Botox units needed to achieve the results you are looking for. Schedule a consultation to learn about the cost of your individual procedure.

No. Unless you have your Botox procedure at the same time as another treatment that requires sedation or anesthesia, you will be able to drive yourself home after your injections and continue with your day.

Facial Botox is not suitable for every patient. Patients who think they might be eligible for the procedure will need to visit the general dentist to get a professional opinion. During the consultation, a necessary evaluation will be done to ascertain eligibility for the procedure. When other non-invasive treatments for TMJ disorder fail to provide substantial relief, dental Botox might work to relieve jaw tension and facial pain.

Our BOTOX dentist may recommend BOTOX® or XEOMIN® to improve your quality of life. This injectable medication is provided for therapeutic purposes to alleviate discomfort, and may also have the benefit of smoothing out your overall appearance. Our dentists will discuss your options with you during your initial consultation to determine if BOTOX or XEOMIN will be beneficial for you.

At Dental Associates of Arlington, we are a BOTOX dental specialist and our BOTOX dentist will understands your desire to look and feel your best. Our BOTOX Dentist is an expert in cosmetic procedures such as BOTOX, which to help you achieve your desired result. Whether you want a subtle change or a more dramatic cosmetic upgrade, our experienced team will work to ensure you receive the highest quality care. If you suffer jaw pain and tooth damage from bruxism, then call our office today at 781-648-0279.

Contact our office in Arlington, MA, to schedule an appointment and start achieving your cosmetic goals today! Call today to find out how Botox pain relief treatment can help you. Our BOTOX dental office serves Arlington, Belmont, Cambridge, Lexington, Medford, Somerville, Waltham, Watertown, Winchester and Woburn.