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Botox®

A multitasking injectable

Dentists offer Botox®? You bet! As experts in facial anatomy who give injections of local anesthetic day in and day out, our dentists are well qualified to provide Botox for cosmetic and therapeutic purposes.

The injectable not only helps with anti-aging but can also tackle teeth grinding and clenching (bruxism), facial pain, chronic headaches, TMJ issues, and more. Curious if Botox is right for you? Book a consultation or ask us about it at your next appointment!

Benefits of Botox

Versatile

Botox is a versatile solution that can be used for everything from temporarily smoothing facial wrinkles to reducing TMJ pain.

Well Studied

The tried-and-true injectable is approved by Health Canada for a number of uses. Botox has been used in Canada for over 30 years.

Fast

Getting Botox takes about 10 minutes. Most patients see results within a few days with full results evident in two weeks.

Our Botox treatments

Facial Pain, Bruxism, and TMD Treatment

At Kits Family Dental, we offer Botox for TMJ and facial pain, as well as bruxism. It’s an effective but conservative alternative to surgery. The dentist injects the masseter muscle, or jaw muscle, which causes it to relax and stops it from involuntary clenching.

Smile Enhancements

Want to enhance your smile? Botox can help with that too! One of the most popular uses is to improve the appearance of a “gummy smile.” By injecting the upper lip muscles, they relax and keep more of your gum tissue hidden.

Adjusting to Dentures or Braces

If you’re struggling with pain and muscle spasms as you adjust to new dentures or orthodontic treatment, Botox might be an option. Injections relax your facial muscles potentially making the transition smoother and more comfortable.

Reducing Facial Lines and Wrinkles

By blocking chemical signals from nerves that cause facial muscles to contract, Botox injections can reduce the appearance of dynamic lines and wrinkles, including frown lines, bunny lines, forehead lines, and crow’s feet.

What is Botox?

Do Botox injections hurt?

What can Botox be used for?

When will I see results for Botox and how long do the results last?

You might see results within a few days with full results evident about two weeks after the injections. The results are temporary and last about four months.

When you stop getting injections, your muscles will return to normal. If you want to keep your results going, our dentists will recommend the right injection schedule for your needs and goals.

Is Botox safe?

Yes, Botox is safe for most adults and is approved by Health Canada for a variety of uses. Millions of Canadians have received Botox injections with great results over the past 30 years.

However, some people should steer clear of Botox. According to Health Canada:
“Use injectable cosmetic treatments with caution if you have a history of:

  • underlying neurological disorders
  • swallowing difficulties
  • breathing problems

Do not obtain injectable cosmetic treatments if you have either of the following:

  • inflamed or infected skin
  • hypersensitivity to any ingredient in the treatment product”