Botox in Sandy Springs, GA
Botulinum toxin used dentally — for TMJ pain, bruxism, and gummy smiles, as well as cosmetically.
Botox in dentistry means botulinum toxin injections used for dental purposes. Dr. Choy has specific training in these treatments, and uses them alongside — not instead of — conventional dental therapy.
Therapeutic uses
Botox relaxes muscle, which makes it useful well beyond cosmetics:
- TMJ disorders. Reducing the force generated by the jaw muscles takes load off an inflamed joint.
- Bruxism. For patients who grind or clench, Botox can reduce the intensity of the habit, often paired with a custom night guard.
- Gummy smile. Relaxing the muscle that lifts the upper lip lowers the resting lip line.
Cosmetic uses
Botox also reduces facial wrinkles and lines. Because Dr. Choy works on this part of the face every day and plans the smile as part of the whole face, this fits naturally into a cosmetic dental consultation.
How it fits your plan
Botox is used alongside other dental therapies. If your reason for asking is jaw pain, the first step is still a proper TMJ evaluation — Botox may be part of the answer, but it should not be the whole of it.