BOTOX® and Restylane® Smooths and Relaxes the Face
Products like BOTOX® – also known as neuromodulators – and dermal fillers such as Restylane are used for both cosmetic and functional treatments. BOTOX® is commonly known to help reduce wrinkles and lines from forming around the face, but many people do not know that it is also used in dental procedures. BOTOX can also be used to relax muscles in the jaw joint and prevent excessive clenching, migraines, grinding or TMJ disorder but this treatment would need to be predetermined by a TMJ Specialist prior to your appointment. For those seeking cosmetic BOTOX®, many patients often choose to add the procedure on to their treatment plans helping them acquire and enjoy the smile they deserve.
The Benefits of Dermal Fillers
• Soften facial wrinkles or lines
• Plump up lips
• Reduce fine lines
• Tighten jowls
• Relax facial muscles
• Reduce TMJ disorder concerns
• Relieve migraines
The Benefits of Dermal Fillers
• Soften facial wrinkles or lines
• Plump up lips
• Reduce fine lines
• Tighten jowls
• Relax facial muscles
• Reduce TMJ disorder concerns
• Relieve migraines
The Difference Between BOTOX® and Restylane®
Botox and dermal fillers, like Restylane, are injected under the skin to relax muscles or restore volume and smoothness to the skin. They are both FDA approved and serve different purposes depending on your need. At Gloucester Dental, Dr. Constantinos Laskarides is trained on both dermal filler products and also trains other doctors how to effectively use each one depending on the patients’ needs.
BOTOX®
By injecting purified botulinum into the muscles around the face, we are able to relax overused facial muscles. This prevents them from contracting as much, smoothing out the lines on your face due to overuse. BOTOX® typically lasts around 3-4 months before another dosage is necessary.
Restylane®
This dermal filler injects naturally-occurring hyaluronic acid into problem areas to fill in wrinkles and lines. This smooths out the face by filling in the deep and shallow lines and can also plump lips to give more volume. Restylane® can last for around 6 months before another dosage is necessary.