According to the American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE), "dentists are uniquely qualified to administer Botox because their entire doctoral education is dedicated exclusively to the jaw, facial muscles, and craniofacial architecture."
In other words, when it comes to the face, including the jaw, dentists are true experts.
Many dentists deliver precise injections daily, concentrating on small facial zones where accuracy means everything. So, who better to trust with your facial injectables than a trained dentist?
Of course, if you’re like many people, you likely assume that a medspa is the premier destination for BOTOX, but more and more Fishers residents have discovered a safe alternative at our dental office.
In this blog, we’ll explore:
- What Is BOTOX, and Am I a Candidate?
- Beyond Facial Aesthetics: Medicinal Uses for BOTOX
- How We Administer BOTOX
- Why Choose Us for Your BOTOX Treatment in Fishers?
- When to Contact Your Dentist
What Is BOTOX, and Am I a Candidate?
According to Brown University:
“BOTOX (botulinum toxin) is a drug derived from a neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. This neurotoxin works by temporarily blocking nerve signals that tell a muscle to contract.”
In its medicinal form, doctors and dentists have successfully used BOTOX for decades to treat a range of aesthetic and health-related issues.
To determine whether you’re a candidate for treatment, your dentist in Fishers, IN, takes a thorough health history and considers your treatment needs. We want to provide safe treatment while also using therapies that work for your specific needs and goals.
Beyond Facial Aesthetics: Medicinal Uses for BOTOX
When most people think of BOTOX, they think of migraine headache treatments and possibly reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
While these are popular ways doctors and dentists use BOTOX, there are other treatments to consider.
For example, BOTOX has been used successfully for bladder control therapy, strabismus (eye misalignment), and much more. It is a way to relax muscles and treat pain.
At Dentistry of Fishers, we use BOTOX for:
- The reduction of fine lines and wrinkles
- The treatment of TMJ and bruxism
- The relief of maxillofacial pain
BOTOX for Fine Lines and Wrinkles
BOTOX relaxes muscles, which allows the skin to rest across your facial structure without promoting wrinkles and fine lines. It’s important to remember that BOTOX relaxes muscles; it does not freeze your face or prevent you from smiling.
Your dentist can create a custom treatment schedule to help ensure you can put your best face forward every day.
BOTOX for TMJ and Bruxism
We have used BOTOX to treat TMJ and bruxism successfully.
TMJ is an acronym that stands for temporomandibular joint. These are the joints that connect your lower jaw to your skull. We often use the acronym to describe inflammation or disorders of these joints.
BOTOX helps by relaxing the muscles that support your TMJs, promoting rest and healing. 
Bruxism is sometimes related to TMJ. It is the nighttime habit of grinding and clenching your teeth, which can lead to tooth loss, TMJ, and pain in the head, neck, and shoulders.
BOTOX curbs bruxism by relaxing the muscles that promote teeth grinding.
BOTOX for the Relief of Maxilofacial Pain
Issues like TMJ and bruxism can diminish life quality and lead to daily pain and inflammation. BOTOX helps ease your discomfort by treating TMJ, bruxism, or other oral health issues that contribute to migraines or general facial, head, and shoulder discomfort.
How We Administer BOTOX
We administer BOTOX with a whisper-thin needle. You may feel a slight sting, but you should not feel pain.
After we administer BOTOX, you may notice mild bruising or discomfort for a few days, but it should resolve on its own. You can take an over-the-counter pain reliever as needed and according to the package instructions.
Why Choose Us for Your BOTOX Treatment in Fishers?
Our dentists in Fishers, IN, are maxilofacial experts and can administer BOTOX with uncommon precision. More and more patients are learning that our dentists are far superior to a local medspa.
Our dentists can also use image-guided technology as needed and can pinpoint exactly where to inject your BOTOX therapy.
It’s important to remember that BOTOX, especially in the treatment of fine lines and wrinkles, continues working even after you’ve left the dental office. In other words, your results may be better the week following your facial injections than on the day of treatment.
When to Contact Your Dentist
If you have questions about BOTOX in Fishers, IN, or if you would like to schedule a consultation with the dentist, call us today.
We are happy to work with CareCredit financing and encourage you to check into our current dental specials.
Finally, don’t forget to ask about our in-office membership plan.
The team at Dentistry of Fishers looks forward to helping you put your best face forward and ensuring you enjoy a pain-free smile.