Alleviate Facial Pain & Improve Your Smile With Botox
While Botox remains one of the most popular methods for smoothing fine lines and wrinkles in the face, it can also help ease facial pain and headaches. At Whidbey Dental Associates, our team of Oak Harbor dentists proudly offers Botox to patients on Whidbey Island.
Our team of oral and maxillofacial dentists possesses knowledge of the muscles of mastication and facial expression, ensuring a smile that’s not only radiant but functional as well. With a focus on both aesthetics and function, our Oak Harbor dental team is at the forefront of creating stunning smiles that leave a lasting impression. Read our guide below to discover if you may benefit from Botox treatment.
What Is Botox?
Botox works by temporarily relaxing the muscles through a small injection to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and alleviate facial pain. For instance, we can reduce the look of moderate ‘frown lines’ between the eyebrows and ‘crow’s feet’ around the eyes. Botox helps create a smooth, youthful look while freeing you from unwanted facial pain.
Benefits of Botox
- Quick and Easy — The procedure lasts just a few minutes. Afterward, you may resume normal activities.
- Minimal discomfort — The injection itself is a “quick pinch.” Minimal side effects may include light bruising or swelling.
- Effective Results — Typically, patients see results within 48 hours. The effects are temporary, lasting three to six months. We can adjust your subsequent treatments if you’re not satisfied with your results after the first treatment.
The Botox Treatment
Initial Consultation
During your initial consultation, we’ll discuss your concerns and determine how you’ll benefit from Botox before creating your personalized treatment plan.
Botox Treatment
Your dentist will use a small syringe to apply the Botox injections to the appropriate areas. The treatment is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Afterward, you can resume your normal activities. You may have slight swelling and bruising. After a week or two, if you feel your initial dose was not enough, you may come back for another session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Botox is an ideal treatment option for facial aesthetics and medical purposes. You may qualify for the treatment if you:
- Want to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles
- Want to reduce the appearance of a gummy smile or uneven lips
- Want to alleviate TMD, migraines, and other painful facial symptoms
- You’re not allergic to Botox
Botox treatments are temporary solutions. However, depending on the severity of your case, they can last around three to six months. This treatment is intended to provide momentary relief but can be repeated every few months for optimal results.
Botox will not radically change your facial appearance. The treatment can temporarily reduce muscle activity that causes fine lines, however, you can still frown, look surprised, or smile.
When you undergo Botox therapy, you’ll experience minimal side effects that may include:
- Pain, swelling, or bruising at the injection sites
- Tightness/tension in the jaw, neck, or face
- Headache
- Drooling
These side effects will subside after a few days. However, if the side effects persist, call your dentist’s office to schedule your appointment. Your dentist will assess the situation and determine the best course of action.