BOTOX® in Scarborough

Many people think of BOTOX® only as a cosmetic facial treatment, which it is, but did you know that it can also relieve some of the painful symptoms of temporomandibular disorder (TMD)?

It's true! Our dentists use BOTOX at our Scarborough dental clinic in several helpful and beneficial ways for our patients, and there's no one better than your dentist for delivering comfortable BOTOX injections. Here's what you should know. 

What Is BOTOX?

BOTOX is made from the toxin found in the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, which is not harmful when delivered in small doses. BOTOX relaxes muscles and reduces tension, eliminating cosmetic concerns like facial wrinkles, laugh lines and common dental problems like teeth grinding (bruxism), headaches, and jaw pain.

BOTOX is injected directly into the facial muscles to ease them and achieve the desired results. Its effects last three to four months before the injections must be repeated.

What Issues Can BOTOX Solve?

Patients considering enhancements to their smiles may appreciate the cosmetic benefits of BOTOX.

Relaxing your facial muscles, as BOTOX does, also smooths fine lines, wrinkles, laugh lines, and crow's feet, giving you a more youthful appearance. Many patients combine BOTOX treatments with cosmetic dentistry for the ultimate facial rejuvenation.

However, beyond the cosmetic benefits, are the health and wellness advantages that BOTOX can provide:

• Relief—BOTOX relieves headaches, jaw joint pain, and other painful symptoms of TMD.
• Adjustment—Relaxing tense muscles makes it easier for some patients to adjust more comfortably to wearing dentures, especially if they haven't worn them before, reducing the learning curve.
• Relaxation—BOTOX relaxes the muscles that contribute to clenching and grinding your teeth, alleviating some of the wear, tear, and damage caused by bruxism. 

The symptoms of TMD can be pretty debilitating. BOTOX may help you regain your quality of life.  

Why Choose Your Scarborough Dentist for BOTOX Injections?

Your dentist in Scarborough is an excellent choice for delivering comfortable BOTOX injections because of their dental training. Dentists are experts in facial anatomy, musculature, and structure. Due to the nature of their work, which involves injecting anesthetics for dental treatment often, they also clearly understand how to deliver comfortable injections.

At Dentistry at Alton Towers, we are happy to offer BOTOX treatment to our patients. Our dentists have also completed specific training in delivering BOTOX and ensuring your comfort during the procedure.

Would You Like to Learn More About BOTOX Treatment in Scarborough?

Whether you're seeking cosmetic enhancements or looking to alleviate the uncomfortable symptoms of TMD, BOTOX may be an excellent solution to help you achieve your goals.

If you'd like more information about BOTOX, we invite you to contact our team at (416) 366-8188. You can also request an evaluation with one of our dentists online.