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Botox injected into the gums will not close any spaces between the teeth. You should consult with a dentist to discuss treatment options to improve the space between your teeth.
Botox can be used for a variety of issues that are mediated by muscle tissue - but straightening the teeth or allowing them to move is not an effect of Botox treatment. I am curious to learn how much Botox this dentist intended to use in order to achieve this effect.
While I think Botox is a miracle drug, Botox will not fix a dental problem. Botox generally works on the muscle and therefore will not work to bring your teeth together. You likely need to see a dentist who can either put an implant or use braces to align your teeth. Botox, however, does work to fix a gummy smile.
Thank you for your question. Botox is used to relax and soften wrinkles. Since there are no muscles in the gums it will not help close the spaces between the teeth. Please consult with a dentist for recommendations.
A gummy smile can indeed be improved with Botox injections ; this requires expert treatment, so make sure to see a highly trained cosmetic physician such as a dermatologist.
Thank you for your photo. Botox works by preventing your muscles from contracting. Your gums do not contain muscle and will not be affected by Botox injections. It is important to avoid having Botox carelessly injected into the mouth. There are several important muscles needed for speaking, eating, expressions, and even breathing located inside the mouth which can be adversely affected by Botox. Hope this helps.Johnson C. Lee, MD Plastic Surgery
Botox cannot be used to close gaps between teeth. We inject fillers into the gum papillae to close such gaps. Results are great but usually last till you body absorbs the filler. However, a detailed exam and measuring of the gaps are determining factors in suitability of such treatment.
Unfortunately, no. Botox will not correct spacing in teeth. However, Botox works wonderfully in diminishing the appearance of the furrows of the brow and give you a more refreshed awake look. For your teeth I would seek a consultation with with your dentist for possible realignment therapy.
This will not cause the teeth to get close or straighten. It will help lower the upper lip if you have a gummy smile. Warning is that some people don't like their smile after this is done.
Hello moshe66,Thank you for sharing your question and photo. We can make this very brief to address your question; Dentists/Orthodontists can give you a plethora of information as to how best to straighten your teeth none of which will include injecting Botox into your gums. You may want to reconsider taking Botox advice from this particular doctor in the future.
Hi- . Yes it will come back. It may take 3-6 months but it will come back to normal. Unfortunately this is a very common side effect following botox injection to muscles around the mouth or involved with moving the mouth/jaw like the masseter muscle. Just remain patient knowing it is only t...
The frontalis muscle i.e. forhead muscle is used to lift your eyelids and eyebrows. Botox works by the principle of temporarily paralyzing muscle activity, therefore your eyelids seem even heavier because your forehead muscles are weaker. It was mistake to get more Botox in the forehead since...
At average New York clinic the cost of Botox per unit is $12-$18. For your area of concern, crows feet (lines around the eyes) on average is 20-24 units. For lines around the mouth (lipstick lines) on average is 4-8 units.