BOTOX® Treatment St. Augustine

What is BOTOX?

BOTOX is an FDA-approved injectable treatment that helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles as well as treat TMJ-related issues such as migraines and jaw pain. Clinically known as botulinum toxin, it is designed to temporarily weaken muscles by blocking the nerve signals so that they do not contract. When smiling, laughing, frowning, or performing any other facial expression, BOTOX prevents further lines and wrinkles from forming. It also targets the same muscles that may tense up and lead to serious jaw pain and migraines.

At Total Dental Care, Dr. Lee uses a Botox-like treatment known as Xeomin.

Who is a Good Candidate for BOTOX®?

Generally, if you have any of the following issues but are in good overall health, you can expect to be cleared for BOTOX:

• Crow’s feet
• Bunny lines (top of the nose, between the eyes)
• Forehead wrinkles
• Glabellar lines (between the eyebrows and above the nose)
• Vertical lines (around the lips)
• Chin dimples
• Neck
• Chronic migraines
• TMJ pain

However, some should not move forward with BOTOX treatment. Dr. Lee will likely suggest an alternative solution if you experience neuromuscular disease, weak facial muscles, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.

When it comes to receiving BOTOX, it’s important that you schedule a consultation with Dr. Lee. Certified to administer injectable treatment, he can discuss your overall medical history and determine if BOTOX is right for you.

The Benefits of BOTOX®

Being able to change the way you look has its advantages, especially if you’re looking to recapture a more youthful appearance. But this is not the only benefit you can expect when receiving Xeomin, our BOTOX alternative. You can also expect:

• Injections that are quick and virtually painless (patients only feel a slight pinch) and can be completed during a lunch break
• No recovery or downtime following treatment
• Natural-looking results achieved thanks to a certified professional
• Freedom from jaw pain and chronic migraines
• Results that can appear within days and last several months