Dermal Fillers
Dentist in Rowlett And Mesquite,TX
Bayside Dental is proud to offer a variety of services to help you achieve a healthy and beautiful smile. In addition to dental treatments, we also provide dermal fillers that have several uses.
What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are made from BTX. To make it safe to administer to patients, it is purified in a lab. Though they are most commonly known to be used cosmetically to get rid of wrinkles in the face, they have several other uses. In dentistry, one major use of dermal fillers is as a treatment for temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). Once injected, the dermal fillers relax the muscles, easing and relieving the discomfort that comes from the TMJ. In this way, it can also help with teeth grinding (bruxism). By relaxing the muscles, the jaw is no longer clenched, and the teeth do not grind together. Dermal fillers can be especially effective when used in conjunction with a mouthguard. Patients who are interested in altering their “gummy” smile without having to undergo surgery can benefit from dermal fillers. The injection helps to relax the lip muscles and produce a lower, more aesthetic smile.
How Are Dermal Fillers Administered?
At Bayside Dental, we want to ensure your comfort. Before administering the dermal filler, your doctor will numb the area with an anesthetic. The dermal filler will then be injected with a very fine needle to minimize bruising. The procedure is quick and painless, usually lasting just about 10 minutes.
Are Dermal Fillers Safe?
Yes. Your safety is a priority for us at Bayside Dental, and you can have confidence in any treatment you receive at our dentistry near you in Rowlett, TX, including dermal fillers. There are side effects associated with dermal fillers, but they are minor, and it is generally uncommon to experience any. These include bruising, pain, and swelling around the injection site.
To learn more about the uses of dermal fillers in Rowlett, TX, visit us at Bayside Dental. Our dentist will be able to consult with you and determine if this treatment is your best option for achieving your goals.
