BOTOX in Itasca, IL

You Deserve a Radiant Smile

We believe in an effortless radiant look—one that showcases your smile but also the your entire face. At Hamilton Lakes Dentistry, Drs. French and Dr. Conti bring their advanced training of injectables, facial anatomy and aesthetics and offering a convenient, all-in-one solution right here in Itasca, IL. With their expertise in administering BOTOX, we can smooth away fine smile lines and reduce deeper wrinkles to improve your smile and natural beauty.

Don’t wait to reclaim a more youthful, vibrant appearance. Call us today to schedule your BOTOX consultation with our team and start your journey towards revitalizing your smile and expression.

Why Choose Hamilton Lakes Dentistry for BOTOX?

Fast, Effective Solution to Remove Age Lines

Dentists with Extensive Experience in Injections

Early & Evening Hours Available

BOTOX, Dermal Fillers, and Smile Design

As skin ages, the area around our eyes and mouths develops wrinkles and lines from exposure to wind and sunlight. Talking, laughing, smiling, and eating also stretch the skin and can cause it to crinkle. BOTOX and dermal fillers such as Restylane® and Juvéderm® differ yet offer similar treatments to minimize the size and appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

How Dermal Fillers Work

The body’s capability to keep up a youthful, taut, smooth, plump appearance gradually lessens as we age. Lines and wrinkles can be removed by injecting dermal fillers just under your skin, restoring its more youthful appearance and condition. Dermal fillers increase your face’s volume, especially of your lips, and reduce the “marionette” lines that form at each side of your nose’s base that end at the corners of your mouth. They also lessen the degree to which more of your gums are apparent as you smile.

How BOTOX Works

BOTOX is a protein that relaxes facial muscles when injected in low doses. Skin takes on a youthful and smooth appearance afterward. It works very effectively in the mouth area, where smile lines develop and deepen as we age. Because it is nonsurgical, effective, and affordable, BOTOX has become a popular cosmetic treatment that causes almost no side effects.

BOTOX and TMJ Dysfunction

In addition to its cosmetic use, BOTOX is used to treat TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder – TMJ), which occurs when the jaw joint and muscles develop problems that cause pain and inflammation. TMD/TMJ may be caused by stress that leads to repeated and prolonged grinding and clenching of the jaw and teeth. TMD/TMJ symptoms include:

Jaw, neck, face, and shoulder pain

Clicking, popping, or grating sounds when moving, opening, or closing the mouth

A stuck or locked jaw

Unable to open the mouth wide

Worn down or damaged teeth

Having a “squared or masculine facial appearance due to swelling of the jaw muscles.

Severe headaches

Administering BOTOX provides much better results and relief to TMD/TMJ sufferers when other treatments do not work. BOTOX directly injected into the jaw muscles affected by TMD weakens them and stops the jaw spasms that cause them to clench and grind. Also, the injections help to reduce the jaw muscle size, which makes the facial shape change from square to oval. This change benefits female TMD/TMJ sufferers because their enlarged jaw size diminishes after treatment.

BOTOX Frequently Asked Questions

It’s no surprise that you have questions about BOTOX. Most patients do, especially since it is a treatment that deals with the face. Because your appearance can make a difference when it comes to your personal and professional life, you want to make sure you’re choosing a professional who can provide the close attention you need to ensure optimal results. At Hamilton Lakes Dentistry, you can rest assured, we have your best interest in mind, which is why you’ll find our answers to some of the most frequently asked questions below.

Why get BOTOX treatments from your dentist?

Dentists’ training gives them more extensive knowledge of facial anatomy and muscles so they can skillfully perform these treatments. Also:

✔ Dentists administer injections with expertise and great accuracy to the face and mouth areas.
✔ Treatments are performed in a sterile, clinical setting, ensuring patient safety.
✔ All your esthetic facial concerns can be immediately assessed so that treatments can be performed to result in the appearance that you desire.

How long do BOTOX effects last?

Treatments last three to four months, then additional treatment is required to preserve a smoothed appearance of your skin.

Is BOTOX safe?

BOTOX is widely recognized to be very safe, resulting in a low number of side effects that include bruising at the injection site.

What Happens If I Stop BOTOX® Injections?

The reality is that you don’t have to get BOTOX® every three months. Most patients in their 30s, 40s, and 50s stick to that routine simply because they like the results. If you’d prefer to come in every six months or stop the injections entirely, that’s completely okay! The only side-effect will be wrinkles resurfacing – albeit slower than before.

How Can I Prolong My BOTOX® Injections?

The results of BOTOX® typically last anywhere from 3-6 months. To ensure the longevity of yours is closer to six months, we recommend avoiding sun damage, keeping your skin moisturized, and maintaining a healthy, well-balanced diet. It’s also a good idea to find ways you can reduce your stress levels, avoid tobacco products, and opt for low-intensity workouts.

Why Is BOTOX® So Popular?

You, like many others, may have noticed just how popular BOTOX® has become over the last decade. There are a few reasons for this, including that there is no recovery time, it’s non-invasive, and it’s virtually painless. That said, one of the biggest perks is simple: it works! BOTOX® can smooth fine lines and wrinkles relatively quickly, improving a person’s confidence while also helping them age more gracefully.

At What Age Can I Start BOTOX®?

Technically, patients can start getting BOTOX® at 18. However, most don’t recommend starting that young. The best time to begin is when you start to notice wrinkles lingering, like crow’s feet around your eyes even when you’re not smiling. In tandem with your injections, you should take other measures to maintain a youthful appearance, like wearing sunscreen, eating lots of nutrient-dense foods, and not using tobacco products.

Do I Need a Consultation Before Getting BOTOX®?

Absolutely! Otherwise, your injector won’t know what areas you want to focus on, how many units you need, and what you want the final result to look like. So, you can see why the initial consultation is so important. Don’t worry if you’re on a time-crunch; BOTOX® is often administered the same day, and patients are often in and out of the treatment chair in less than an hour.

What Is the Difference Between BOTOX® and Fillers?

BOTOX® and fillers are both used to help patients feel more confident in their skin. That said, they are two completely different treatments. While BOTOX® temporarily paralyzes the muscle it’s injected into, fillers add volume to an area. In other words, you could smooth fine lines along your forehead with BOTOX®, but you wouldn’t want to add volume to the area with fillers. Similarly, you could add fillers to your lips to create symmetry, but you wouldn’t use BOTOX® to freeze them. Ultimately, if you are unsure which one you need to get the results you desire, don’t hesitate to ask!

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