What is botulinum toxin injection?
What is a botulinum toxin injection?Injection of a drug that relaxes the musclesThis is a treatment method that promotes the improvement of various physical problems caused by excessive muscle tension (facial wrinkles, stiff shoulders, hyperhidrosis, etc.) It is a treatment method that is mainly used in the field of beauty, but it can also be used in various ways in the field of dentistry.
At our clinic
We recommend this to the following people.
Grinding or clenching your teeth
By relaxing the masseter muscles (the muscles in the jaw used when chewing), it helps prevent teeth grinding and clenching while sleeping.
I want to improve the firmness of my jaw
The bulging jawline is also caused by the masseter muscle, and weakening its function can be expected to improve it.
Worried about wrinkles around the mouth?
If wrinkles (pickled plum-shaped wrinkles on the chin) and drooping corners of the mouth are caused in part by excessive strain on the surrounding muscles, botulinum toxin injections can be expected to improve the condition.
I want to improve my gummy smile
For those with a "gummy smile," where the gums are visible when smiling, if the cause is excessive activity of the muscles that lift the upper lip, botulinum toxin injections can be expected to improve the condition.
Temporomandibular disorders
If the cause is excessive activity of the masseter muscles, improvement can be expected.
Currently undergoing/having undergone/considering orthodontic treatment
In orthodontic treatment, botulinum toxin injections can also be used to encourage tooth movement and prevent relapse (the return of misalignment of teeth after orthodontic treatment).
Cost of botulinum toxin injections
- cost
- 22,000 yen/lesson
*Prices include tax.
FAQ
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Can it also improve sweaty hands?
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Limited to dental treatments.
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How long does the effect last?
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It varies from person to person, but it usually takes about 3 to 6 months.
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How much downtime is there?
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There is nothing special to do, so you can return to your daily life immediately.
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How long does the treatment take?
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The total time for consultation and treatment is approximately 30 minutes.
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Is insurance covered?
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This treatment is not covered by insurance.
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Are there any precautions after treatment?
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Please refrain from prolonged bathing, excessive alcohol consumption, and strenuous exercise.
Precautions and side effects
- After the injection, you may experience pain, swelling, internal bleeding, a rash, or weakness, but these will go away over time.
- After the injection, you may feel a heaviness in the area where the injection was given, but this is normal and should not be a concern.
- Please refrain from prolonged bathing, excessive alcohol consumption, and strenuous exercise on the day of the injection and the day after.
- This treatment cannot be given to women who are pregnant or may be pregnant, breastfeeding, or who are allergic to botulinum preparations.