Beyond Smiles: Why Dentists Are the Best Professionals for Botox Treatments

When you think of receiving Botox® treatments, you might picture a luxury spa. But did you know your dentist is an excellent choice for administering Botox and fillers?

It’s true. Dentists have extensive training in facial anatomy, so it makes sense they’d be experts in administering the popular anti-aging injectable. 

Botox isn’t just for looking younger, either. More and more dentists are incorporating it into treatments for Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMD), teeth grinding, and even chronic headaches.  

At Oasis Family Dentistry in the Jefferson Park neighborhood of Chicago, we explore the uses of Botox for a younger-looking face or to treat facial pain or headaches. Dr. Paula Skowronski-Adamiak combines her knowledge of facial muscles with her years of dental experience and can make recommendations suitable for your face shape.

Botox works by relaxing targeted muscles. It softens fine lines and tight joints and is one of the safest ways to look younger without surgery. Add a little filler like Juvederm® to restore lost volume, and you’ll look like a younger version of yourself. 

Why dentists are uniquely positioned to apply Botox 

Dentists spend years studying the muscles, nerves, and structure of the face. It’s a natural fit for Dr. Paula Skowronski-Adamiak to assess your facial shape and know exactly where to place Botox to soften crow’s feet or smooth tiny mouth creases. All without making you look overdone. 

Botox beyond beauty 

Besides anti-aging, research shows Botox has a growing reputation for pain relief and involuntary muscle spasms, including: 

• Headaches
• Bruxism (teeth grinding) 
• Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD)

Talk to Dr. Adamiak to see if Botox is right for you.

Headaches 

If you suffer from migraines or tension headaches, Botox might deliver relief. Researchers believe the drug works by blocking the pain signals between your brain and nerves. Because Botox relaxes the muscles around your head and neck, you experience fewer muscle contractions that can trigger headaches.  

 Bruxism (teeth grinding) 

If you grind your teeth, you might wear down your tooth enamel, crack a tooth, and even suffer from headaches. 

Botox protects your teeth by helping you relax your tight jaw muscles so you stop gritting your teeth while you sleep.  

Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD)

People with TMD report pain, stiffness, and sometimes clicking when they open their mouths.  This condition often originates with tight or inflamed muscles around the temporomandibular joint, which is the hinge that connects your jaw to your skull. 

Botox can help relax those tight muscles, which reduces joint stiffness and helps your jaw move naturally. 

Choose your best self 

Botox and fillers are about more than aesthetics. They can help you look like the best version of yourself and feel your best. This combination relaxes wrinkles while rebuilding your natural facial contours so you look revitalized. 

Schedule your appointment online at Oasis Family Dentistry and see if Botox is right for you.