Botox
Botox is a clinical procedure that temporarily improves the appearance of frown lines, forehead creases, crow’s feet near the outer corners of the eyes, neck bands, lip lines, and wrinkles around the sides of the mouth.
At Venetian Pointe Dentistry, we offer this safe and effective treatment to patients looking to temporarily improve moderate to severe creases and wrinkles on the face and neck. The procedure works by relaxing the muscles that cause wrinkles, thereby reducing their appearance.
The treatment is tolerated very well by patients, as it causes minimal discomfort or side effects. Anesthesia is not required. No downtime is needed after a Botox treatment. Results begin to appear within a few days after treatment and last between four to five months. Once the results have faded, the treatment can be repeated as needed.
How Does Botox Work?
With precise, small injections into specific muscles of the face, Botox works by blocking nerve impulses to the injected muscle. This can reduce and even prevent the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by alleviating the muscle contractions that contribute to the formation of wrinkles. When these muscles relax and stop contracting, the skin over them doesn’t crease or wrinkle the same way.
Wrinkles on the forehead and around the eyes are typically the first areas to show signs of aging. However, other areas of the face can also benefit from Botox treatment. One of the added benefits of these injections is that they can be used to treat other non-cosmetic concerns as well. For example, Botox is sometimes used to help treat chronic migraine headaches. It can also be used to treat excessive underarm sweating.
The treatment is not permanent, so it must be administered regularly to maintain long-term benefits.
The Benefits of Botox
- A more refreshed appearance without wrinkles and fine lines
- Smoother and younger-looking skin
- Improved facial animation with fewer lines around your mouth, eyes, nose, and forehead
- Eliminated or minimized headaches
- Increased self-esteem and confidence
- Quick results without downtime
Common Applications of Botox
- Soften horizontal lines on the forehead
- Reduce the fine lines around the outer corners of the eyes
- Target the lines on the nose when smiling or scrunching the nose
- Be used to relax the muscles that cause dimpling or puckering of the chin
- Help reduce the frequency and severity of chronic migraines
- Help reduce urinary incontinence caused by an overactive bladder when injected into the bladder muscle
- Relieve jaw pain and tension associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders
Botox is widely known for its cosmetic use in reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Botox injections can:
If you are interested in learning more about the benefits of Botox, visit Dentist in Orlando, FL at Venetian Pointe Dentistry at 5940 Turkey Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819, or call (407) 352-6959.
