Did you know that we offer Botox injectables? If you’re wondering why your local dentist office would offer that, you’re not alone. While many people believe the procedure to be a cosmetic service, botulinum toxin actually offers several functional benefits, including relaxing your muscles. This makes it a great treatment for problems like migraines and TMJ pain. In our blog today, your team at Park Dental Arts in San Diego, CA, is here to walk you through what to expect when you come in for your injections.
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Botox is the brand name for the injectable neurotoxin that temporarily paralyzes your muscles. Although this is called a “toxin,” it is perfectly safe to inject—so long as the person administering it is a professional and the correct doses are used. The botulinum toxin Type A is injected into specific muscle areas depending on your needs and can help freeze the area. It may be used for cosmetic purposes, like preventing and smoothing wrinkles, and can also be used for functional reasons, like improving symptoms of chronic migraines or TMJ dysfunction, which is what we use it for in our office.
Coming In For Your Consultation
Although Botox is safe and highly effective in treating TMJ dysfunction, it may not always be a good fit for all patients. Before we inject the site, we will first need to have a consultation with you to go over your symptoms and discomfort and discuss the treatment. If we determine that Botox is a viable treatment option for your TMD, we can move forward with the process. Injecting the site itself takes just a few minutes, so you can come in on your lunch break or before work to complete the process. However, it may take a few days for the results to show around your jaw.
Botulinum Toxin To Treat TMD
In our office, we use Botox injectables to treat the discomfort associated with TMJ dysfunction or bruxism. TMJ occurs when your jaw joints do not hinge properly, often due to malocclusion, injuries, and arthritis. Over time, this can lead to discomfort in the form of headaches or earaches for a patient. If you tend to notice that you often experience these symptoms, you may have TMJ. We will inject the site in specific areas to freeze the overactive muscles and relieve your TMD pain. In just a few days, you will notice that the muscles feel more relaxed and you will feel more comfortable. Botox is a highly favorable treatment method for TMD because it is a minimally invasive, quick procedure and can last for a few months before retreatment is necessary.
Call Us For Your Botox Appointment
Want to learn more about Botox injectables? Call Park Dental Arts in San Diego, CA, today at (619) 544-1745 to learn more and schedule your appointment.
