Botox Shreveport

Those who come to us for cosmetic dentistry are interested in improving their smiles. For some, once they have the bright and even smile of their dreams, they become aware of other aspects of their appearance that they’d like to address. Facial aging is one common concern.

This is what inspired Dr. Jana Cormier to begin offering injections of botox as part of her practice here at Cormier Family Dentistry. For certain people, botox can offer the perfect complement to cosmetic dentistry, offering a chance for a complete facial rejuvenation.

What is botox?

Botox, or botulinum toxin, is a medication that is used to relax muscles. It works by interfering with communication from the nerve to the muscle. When a muscle is overworked and tense, then blocking the nerve signal helps it to relax. When the right amount of botox is injected, the muscle will not be completely paralyzed, but its activity will be softened.

There are a number of different medical uses of botox. For example, injecting it into certain muscles of the neck sometimes helps people who suffer from chronic migraines. For cosmetic medicine, botox is used to relax certain muscles of the face. These muscles produce folds in the skin when they’re activated. Over time, with too much muscle activity, these folds become wrinkles. By relaxing the muscles, botox allows the skin to return to its smooth contour.

The effects of botox are not permanent, but last for a few months before gradually wearing off. If you enjoy your results and want to maintain them, you will need another injection. Many people continue to receive botox every few months over the long term.

Botox should always be injected by a professional

While botox is very safe when correct injection techniques are followed, there is the possibility to create complications if it’s injected improperly (for example, into slightly the wrong location or at the wrong depth). In order to perform a botox injection at an optimal level of safety and effectiveness, the injector should have a solid understanding of the anatomy of the face. This subject is enormously complex, and it takes many years of study and experience to fully understand it.

While people don’t always think of a dentist first when considering where to have botox, consider how many years a dentist spends studying the anatomy of the face at a very high level. A technician in a “medi-spa” often has just a few days of training. By contrast, Dr. Jana Cormier has many years of advanced education in facial anatomy.

Botox Shreveport

If you’re considering botox Shreveport and the surrounding area, we invite you to visit our office for a consultation. Dr. Jana Cormier would be happy to explain to you more about what’s involved with a botox treatment. She also offers injections of dermal fillers, and can explain why you might choose each treatment. It’s very convenient to receive your botox from your dentist, and you can feel secure with someone who you already know, like, and trust. You’ll also have the peace of mind of knowing that you’re getting your botox injections from a true expert in facial anatomy.