Injectable cosmetic treatments have long been used to smooth facial lines and hide the appearance of wrinkles, but some of these treatments have also been proven to be useful in the field of dentistry. Many dentists nowadays are using Botox and other injectable medicines as alternative treatments when other conventional treatment methods have failed. Here are just some of the dental problems that can often be corrected with injectable cosmetic treatments.

TMD

Temporomandibular joint disorders that occur in the joint that connects the jawbone to the skull can often result in pain and tightness in the area. Sufferers of these disorders sometimes find relief when Botox is injected into the joint to relax the surrounding muscles and loosen up the stiffness. This injectable treatment can offer a less-invasive alternative to surgery, and many people have experienced quick results after receiving Botox for TMD. However, Botox isn't permanent, and subsequent treatments will likely be needed to keep the pain and stiffness in the joint from returning.

Chronic Headaches

Tightness anywhere along the jawline can also cause chronic headaches, and injectable treatments that are usually used for cosmetic purposes can relieve the tension that contributes to these headaches. These injectable treatments can be especially beneficial for people who experience headaches because of frequent jaw clenching. Injectables can even be effective at treating headaches that result from a condition known as trismus, or lockjaw.

Wrinkles and Lines From Wearing Dentures

Wearing dentures can sometimes cause wrinkles and lines to form around the mouth. Some dentist offices offer injectable cosmetic treatments to smooth wrinkles and fill in the lines around the mouth so that patients who wear dentures can feel less self-conscious. An injectable or a filler may be used to correct these problems and erase some of the obvious physical signs of wearing dentures.

Interdental Papillae

Interdental papillae, which is a condition that causes the appearance of black triangles to form between the teeth, often happens when gum disease or other trauma to the gumline occurs. These open spaces that resemble black triangles can make patients feel less confident about their smiles, and lip filler treatment may be offered at some dentist offices to hide this problem. Additional treatments may also eliminate these black triangles entirely. 

Dentists can now take advantage of the many injectable cosmetic treatments that are available to give their patients even better service. From correcting dental problems to addressing cosmetic flaws, Botox and other injectable treatments can help make everything right.