Anti wrinkle injections Perth

Your smile doesn’t have to end with just beautiful teeth

At Nedlands Dental in Perth we understand a smile is about your whole face, not just your teeth. Cosmetic treatments, such as anti-wrinkle Injections can help reduce and prevent the appearance of wrinkles. Cosmetic injections are administered into specific muscles of the face with extremely fine needles. 

Their anti-wrinkle effects are achieved by blocking the nerve impulses that connect to muscle fibres and reducing their activity. This relaxes the muscles. The result is to soften or even erase lines which are showing. The results are generally visible between 7 and 14 days, and can last for up to 4-6 months.

Facial aesthetic procedures at Nedlands Dental include:

• Teeth grinding or clenching
• Crow’s feet
• Frown lines
• Forehead lines
• Bunny Lines (one either side of the nose)
• Eyebrow lift
• Gummy Smiles (under the upper lip)

What to expect - Anti wrinkle injections Perth

When you decide to come to Nedlands Dental for cosmetic injections, we will invite you to an initial consultation to discuss if facial aesthetic procedures are suitable for you. If you are concerned about discomfort, we can apply a local numbing gel to the site of the injection, but even without numbing gel the injections should not be uncomfortable.

Our dentist will gently inject your face in pre-agreed areas. The procedure will require no bandaging or antiseptic cream to be applied. Once completed, you can go about your day as normal, with no time missed from work or extensive aftercare. Just avoid laying down for the first 4 hours, excessive exercise for 24 hours after the procedure and try to avoid rubbing/ massaging your face.

Muscle relaxant injections for dental issues

It isn’t just aesthetics that Dysport/Botox can help with. Part of the reason why Nedlands dentists can administer Dysport/Botox injections is because of the fact that Dysport/Botox can also help to treat wide range of dental issues.

Whether you suffer with teeth grinding or a gummy smile, Dysport/Botox injections can offer relief for a whole host of different reasons.

Common dental issues that Dysport/Botox injections can help with include:

Gummy smile

If you suffer with a gummy smile, Dysport/Botox can help. Dysport/Botox can help to relax muscles in and around the upper lip. As gummy smiles are often caused by over-retraction of the upper lip, you can see why this is so useful.

TMJ

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders affect the joint connecting your jaw to your skull and can cause persistent jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds in the jaw, difficulty opening or closing the mouth, facial discomfort, earaches, and tension headaches. Dysport/Botox injections are an effective treatment option for patients who have not found lasting relief through other means such as mouthguards or physical therapy.

The treatment works by injecting Dysport/Botox into the masseter muscle, the large muscle responsible for chewing and jaw movement. This relaxes the overactive muscle, reducing the tension and pressure that causes pain and discomfort in the jaw and face. Most patients notice an improvement within one to two weeks of treatment, with results lasting 4 to 6 months. The procedure is non-surgical, requires no downtime, and can be completed in a single appointment at our Nedlands clinic.

Bruxism

Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, is often caused by clenching and tensing of the muscles in and around the jaw. Dysport/Botox injections are administered into the masseter and temporalis muscles, directly reducing the symptoms of Bruxism including jaw soreness and stiffness, worn or chipped tooth enamel, disrupted sleep, and chronic morning headaches.  Results typically last 4 to 6 months.

Migraines and Headaches

Sometimes tension caused by tense and stiff muscles in the face and neck can lead to severe headaches and migraines. Dysport/Botox helps relax these muscles and has been found to be a very viable migraine treatment option. It is particularly beneficial for patients whose headaches are linked to jaw clenching, bruxism, or persistent muscle tension in the face, jaw, or neck. Most patients notice a reduction in headache frequency and severity within two weeks of treatment.

Are anti-wrinkle treatments safe?

Anti-wrinkle injections are one of the most safe cosmetic procedures available. The procedure might sound risky to the layperson (after all, it involves injecting a toxin beneath the skin). However, when you look at things more closely and hear about the facts, it's clear just how safe the treatment is. 

Cosmetic injections are used all over the world by people looking to enhance their appearance and treat a range of medical conditions. The treatment is injected directly into the muscle beneath the wrinkle, causing the muscle to relax and enhancing the skin.

If you have any questions regarding anti-wrinkle injections, please give us a call on 6389 2711 to talk with one of our experienced dentists. They'll gladly answer any queries you may have about anti-wrinkle injections or any facial aesthetic procedures at Nedlands Dental.

Anti-wrinkle injections vs anti-wrinkle creams

Anti-wrinkle injections and anti-wrinkle creams are both used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles for people who suffer from damaged skin. Anti-wrinkle injections are typically made up of a small amount of Dysport/Botox, a bacterial toxin, which is injected into the skin to block nerve impulses from telling the muscles in the face to contract.

Anti wrinkle creams contain a variety of substances such as retinoids, glycolic acid or alpha hydroxy acid that can be applied topically on the skin where wrinkles originate and help smooth them out over time by encouraging more even cell turnover.