At Bespoke Dentistry, Botox offers more than just a cosmetic solution for wrinkles. It serves both aesthetic and therapeutic purposes, helping enhance your natural beauty while addressing dental issues like TMJ and teeth grinding.
Cosmetic Benefits:Botox smooths fine lines and wrinkles, giving you a refreshed, youthful appearance, especially around the forehead, eyes, and mouth.
Dental Applications:In addition to cosmetic improvements, Botox can relax overactive jaw muscles, relieving TMJ pain and reducing teeth grinding.
Our skilled team, including Dr. Leah Stempfle and our Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner Kindy, will work with you to create a personalized treatment plan that addresses both aesthetic and functional goals.
The first step in the Botox treatment process is a detailed consultation. During this session, Dr. Leah Stempfle and our experienced Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner will discuss your concerns and goals, whether they're related to cosmetic improvements, TMJ relief, or reducing teeth grinding. They'll evaluate your facial structure, dental health, and medical history to ensure Botox is a suitable and safe option for you. This personalized approach helps tailor the treatment to your specific needs, ensuring the best possible outcomes.
Once you, Dr. Leah Stempfle and our experienced Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner have decided that Botox is the right choice, the next step is the preparation and actual treatment. The areas to be treated will be cleaned, and you might receive a topical anesthetic to keep you comfortable. Then Dr. Leah Stempfle and our experienced Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner will inject small amounts of Botox into the targeted muscles based on your customized plan. The entire process is relatively quick, often taking no more than a few minutes, and is done with minimal discomfort.
After your Botox treatment, our team will give you detailed aftercare instructions to help you achieve the best results. You can return to your daily activities immediately, but it’s important to avoid lying down for 4 hours and refrain from intense exercise or heat exposure for 24 hours.
A follow-up appointment will be scheduled for two weeks after the procedure to evaluate your results and make any necessary adjustments.The effects of Botox injections typically start to become noticeable within a few days to a week after the procedure. However, the full results take up to two weeks to manifest.
FOR AESTHETIC APPLICATIONS: A good candidate is typically an adult in good overall health who wants to reduce the appearance of dynamic wrinkles, such as frown lines, crow’s feet, or forehead lines. Ideal candidates are those looking for a non-surgical, minimally invasive solution to smooth facial wrinkles and fine lines.
FOR DENTAL APPLICATIONS: A good candidate is someone who suffers from conditions like TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorder, bruxism (teeth grinding), or chronic jaw tension. Patients who experience these dental issues and are seeking a non-surgical treatment option might benefit from Botox.
ALL CANDIDATES should have realistic expectations about the results, understanding that Botox offers temporary improvement and requires periodic treatments for maintenance. Botox is NOT suitable for those who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have certain neurological conditions.
The effects of Botox can vary, but typically, you'll see results lasting from 3 to 6 months. Factors like your metabolism, the area treated, and how your muscles respond can influence this duration. Dr. Stempfle can provide you with a more specific timeline based on your individual treatment plan and discuss how often you might need touch-ups to maintain your results.
Most patients experience minimal discomfort during Botox injections, often describing it as a quick pinch. Our Nurse Practitioner uses ultra-fine needles and a gentle technique to make the process as comfortable as possible. If you have concerns about pain, feel free to discuss them during your consultation, and ask about our comfort menu for additional options to enhance your experience!
Yes, Botox is not only effective for cosmetic and dental conditions but also for preventing chronic migraines. By relaxing the muscles around the head and neck, Botox can reduce the frequency of headaches for those suffering from chronic migraines. Dr. Stempfle will evaluate if Botox for headaches is appropriate for you and how it can be integrated into your treatment plan.