It’s natural to automatically think that dermatologists or plastic surgeons are the only ones capable and equipped to provide facial aesthetic treatment. When it comes to BOTOX and dermal fillers, it seems odd to go to anyone else, right? For many years, this might have been true; however, more and more dentists are now incorporating these services into their practices. But don’t they just take care of teeth and gums? Before you discount your oral healthcare provider, consider these 3 reasons to see a dentist about your fine lines and wrinkles.
You Receive All-Encompassing Treatment
Who wants to drive all over town to see multiple healthcare professionals? While it is true that you wouldn’t necessarily let your dentist take care of your back pain or broken ankle, you might be surprised to learn that apart from improving your smile, they can also enhance your facial aesthetics.
When needing a dental filling, you can expect to receive optimal protection for your vulnerable tooth, but you can also, in the same appointment, say goodbye to the fine lines and wrinkles on your face.
This type of all-encompassing treatment makes it easy and convenient for busy individuals who want to walk away from their appointments feeling healthier and more youthful.
Dentists Are No Strangers to Injections
When it comes to administering BOTOX and dermal fillers, they require a careful and skilled hand. Fortunately, dentists are no strangers to injections.
Since many of the minor and major restorative procedures performed in dental offices require the use of local anesthesia, dentists are equipped and trained to provide this type of numbing agent so that patients can avoid pain and discomfort.
Because of their attention to detail and knowledge of sensitive tissues, they are more than qualified to inject BOTOX and dermal fillers into various areas of the face.
Your Facial Anatomy Influences Your Smile (and Vice Versa)
Speaking of the face, part of the schooling that dentists receive requires that they learn about facial anatomy. After all, the mouth is part of the head.
With years of hands-on experience working with patients and treating everything from tooth pain that impacts the nerves and roots to chronic jaw pain that can negatively affect the bone and nearby facial structures, dentists must be well-versed in all things related to facial anatomy, which makes them ideal professionals for administering BOTOX and dermal fillers.
Your dentist may focus much of their attention on your teeth and gums, but if you want to inquire about improving your facial aesthetics, consider letting the ones who beautify your smile also enhance your appearance.
About the Author
Dr. Hannah Corcoran is a dentist in Waverly who leads the team at Corcoran Privitera Family Dental. Certified to administer BOTOX, dermal fillers, and Kybella treatments, she makes it easy for patients to receive comprehensive care that encompasses the mouth and the face. If you are interested in addressing multiple smile imperfections as well as reducing the wrinkles on your forehead, visit our website or call (740) 908-8533.