What is Botox?

It is a botulinum toxin obtained from the naturally occurring clostridium bacteria to create controlled muscle spasms.

How Long Does Botox Effect Last?

Its effect lasts for six months in the area where it is applied, and it is visibly noticeable within 3-7 days after the application.

Is It Used in Dentistry?

Bruxism, which usually develops due to stress, damages the hard and soft tissues in the mouth. Masseter Botox application prevents teeth clenching and grinding, eliminating the forces and destructive effects on the teeth.

Due to the excessive function of the masseter muscle, the appearance of the lower part of the face changes, causing a square-shaped appearance in the jaws. Masseter Botox weakens the masseter muscle responsible for teeth clenching. It provides both jaw reduction and face thinning in terms of aesthetics.

Apart from dentistry, it is used in migraine treatment, elimination of wrinkles caused by mimic muscles and excessive sweating treatment.