TMJ Treatment
Houston, Sugar Land, Galveston, Humble and Katy, Texas
BOTOX® Cosmetic for the Treatment of TMJ Disorder and Gummy Smiles
By now most people are aware of BOTOX® Cosmetic as a solution to lessen wrinkles for a period of time. Some of you may even know that BOTOX® Cosmetic can be used to treat migraines and excessive perspiration. Houston Neuromuscular Dentist, Dr. Nab uses BOTOX® Cosmetic to relieve some of the symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), as well as reduce the appearance of gum tissue in gummy smiles.
BOTOX® Cosmetic is made from a sterile form of botulinum toxin type A. It works by temporarily paralyzing the muscles beneath the injection point. It lasts for three to four months before the muscle is back to normal function. Millions of BOTOX® Cosmetic injections are given to people every year for lessening wrinkles. BOTOX® Cosmetic may take several days to work completely, but the results are very fast.
BOTOX® Cosmetic for TMD
Some of the characteristic symptoms of TMD are jaw soreness and discomfort from clenching, grinding, and lockjaw. When BOTOX® Cosmetic is injected into the face muscles, the muscles begin to loosen as the botulinum toxin begins to work. This affects sufferers of TMD by relieving jaw pain and headaches associated with the disorder. They will feel complete relief within a week of their injections.
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a safe and effective treatment for TMD, but other treatments may be attempted before Dr. Nab decides BOTOX® Cosmetic may be your best option. It may also be used in conjunction with other more traditional treatments.
BOTOX® Cosmetic for Gummy Smiles
One of the causes of gummy smiles is hyperactive muscles elevating the upper lip. A thin upper lip may contribute to or even enhance the appearance of gum tissue. This can cause some people to feel self-conscious about the way their smile looks. A non-surgical solution to gummy smiles is with BOTOX® Cosmetic.
BOTOX® Cosmetic can be injected into the muscle that raises the lip when you smile. The weakened muscle cannot be raised as high, so when you smile people will see less of your gum. Again, it will take several days for the BOTOX® Cosmetic to take full effect.
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a versatile and non-surgical solution for issues associated with dentistry. However, BOTOX® Cosmetic’s traditional use for lessening lines on the face works with these two uses as well. You may notice you look younger after your BOTOX® Cosmetic injections to treat your TMD or your gummy smile.
If you are in the Houston, Sugar Land, Galveston, Baytown, Humble or Katy, Texas area, and would like to learn more about how BOTOX® Cosmetic can help your TMJ disorder symptoms or reduce your gummy smile, please contact experienced Neuromuscular Dentist Dr. Nab at Midtown Dental, the Gallery of Smiles for an initial consultation.
 |
 |
Call Dr. Nabizadeh in Houston today for your
complimentary smile rejuvenation consultation.
(713) 520-0555
Midtown Dental - The Gallery of Smiles
2450 Louisiana #700(@ McGowen)
Houston, TX 77006
Houston, TX 77006
