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Botox at Orchards Dental - South Edmonton
Orchards Dental offers a full range of Botox treatment for both aesthetic and therapeutic applications. Whether you need a consultation for medical reasons or just to return to a youthful appearance, Orchards Dental provides certified care and exceptional service directly from our state of the art clinic. Find relief and look your best. Call our office at (780) 756-9555 to book a free Botox consultation today!
HOW DO BOTOX® INJECTIONS WORK?
Botox (Botulinum Toxin) is a common, effective and approved treatment for a number of cosmetic and therapeutic applications. It is typically applied as an injection in very small doses by a trained professional, such as Dr. Dennis at Orchards Dental. Depending on the purpose of the desired treatment, Botox injections will target specific areas of the face. The Botox injections can temporarily prevent the contraction of facial muscles. For cosmetic purposes, the results can be a temporary reduction in the appearance of wrinkles and younger appearance. In therapeutic treatment, injections can help by releasing tension that may be contributing to a person's pain or discomfort.
A popular treatment for unwanted wrinkles
Dynamic wrinkles occur when we laugh, squint and smile and are a natural part of our facial expressions since the time we are born. However, one of the first signs of aging is the deepening of these wrinkles particularly around the mouth, forehead and eyes which make them much more noticeable. Botox can have a youthful effect that can last several months for both men and women who wish to minimize frown lines, bunny lines, forehead lines, and crows feet. Botox is not used to treat fine lines and static wrinkles. These wrinkles result from collagen loss that occurs as a normal part of aging and also from sun damage. Maintaining a healthy skin care routine and seeking other cosmetic solutions for static wrinkles and fine lines is recommended.
An effective treatment for headaches and migraines
Many chronic headache and migraine sufferers have found relief with Botox Injections because the injection blocks the nerve message telling the brain to contract the muscle. This is why for adult patients suffering from symptoms of Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ), Botox injections can be an effective treatment. Botox is injected into key areas of the face causing the muscles to relax. The release of tension commonly results in a reduction of headaches. Along with less frequent and intense headaches or tension, patients may receive other benefits such as reduced anxiety, better sleep and reduced clenching and grinding. Botox may be recommended to use as a companion treatment along with a night guard or other treatment options recommended by your Orchards Clinic dentist.
ORCHARDS DENTAL CAN PROVIDE BOTOX TREATMENTS FOR THE FOLLOWING:
Cosmetic Treatments
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Forehead Lines, Frown Lines, Bunny Lines – Botox injections can be an affordable, effective treatment to reduce unwanted wrinkles by temporarily reducing the movement of facial muscles causing these wrinkles. Botox is appealing as it is much less invasive than many other cosmetic treatment options.
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Eyebrow Lift – Botox can help target the muscles that drag the eyebrows down when you make a displeased facial expression. Elevate the height of your eyebrows giving an aesthetically pleasing effect that can last several months.
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Crow’s Feet – Crow’s feet are the tiny wrinkles that appear like bird claws around the corners of the eye. They are often one of the first signs of aging as the facial muscles around the eyes are activated anytime you squint or smile. The skin around the eyes is very delicate and collagen loss often occurs here first. Botox treatment on crows feet can have a dramatic effect on minimizing the appearance of aging as it makes the skin look smoother and youthful again.
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Gummy Smile – a gummy smile is a term used to describe a smile where a small portion of the upper gum shows above the teeth when you smile. Gummy smiles can be a result of both medical and genetic conditions. At Orchard Dental we believe all smiles are beautiful but we also want our patients to feel confident with their smile. Typically one or two Botox units injected above the upper lip can give you the refined smile you desire.
Therapeutic Treatments
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Headaches and Migraines – Botox has been an approved treatment in Canada for chronic migraines sufferers since 2011. The treatment for headaches and migraines include injecting an appropriate amount of Botulinum Toxin A into certain muscles in the head and neck. A treatment plan for repeated injections can be discussed as per patient requirements.
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Clenching & Grinding – Botox helps reduce the amount of stress placed on the teeth and jaw by weakening the muscles that are used when you grind or clench your teeth (bruxism). This often leads to a reduction in pain symptoms. Often dentists will see issues with bruxism and Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMD) occurring together in a patient. If you are suffering with symptoms such as facial pain, difficulty chewing, earaches and headaches, due to bruxism or TMD, Botox may help relieve many of these symptoms. Jaw slimming may be a beneficial side effect with long term use of Therapeutic Botox therapy as the muscles are not being built up from excessive use.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM MY ORCHARDS DENTAL BOTOX TREATMENT?
Quick Procedure & Recovery
The procedure itself can be very quickly administered and you may find yourself in and out of the clinic on your lunch break! Your first appointment may be longer as we will take the time to explain in detail what to expect and answer any questions you may have. An informed consent form will be presented prior to any treatment and detailed post-treatment guidelines will be discussed and given following treatment.
The recovery process after your procedure is also very quick. You can get back to your regular day to day activities almost immediately after the procedure is complete. There are a few post-procedure guidelines that can be followed to reduce the recovery period time.
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Avoid engaging in heavy physical exercise,
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Avoid excessive heat
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Do not rub your face or apply cosmetics directly after treatment
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Do not lay down flat for at least 4 hours after the procedure
The Highest Quality Care
At Orchards Dental we are committed to creating long-term professional relationships with our clients, getting to know their personal vision for their smile and improving overall dental health or pain management. We pride ourselves on bringing joy and comfort to your dental care needs whether they are cosmetic or medical. Dr. Dennis is certified in Level 2 Basic Neuromodulators: Upper Face and Bruxism Treatment and can administer Botox for both aesthetic and therapeutic uses. The cost per botox unit is $8.00. We look forward to hearing from you to book your complimentary Botox consultation!
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