Do you suffer from orofacial pain? Are you interested in adding volume to your face with fillers? Dr. Ashley Whetsell has extensive training in providing Botox and dermal fillers to patients in Nashville, TN. Dermal fillers and Botox® Cosmetic can offer cosmetic care to patients who want to address wrinkles or even treat bite disorders. Additionally, Dr. Whetsell can offer these services to complete a smile makeover.
Smile makeovers use multiple cosmetic dental treatments to create a straighter, brighter, and more balanced smile. Botox can treat crow’s feet, frown lines, and forehead lines, while fillers can add volume to the lips, cheeks, chin, and nose.
Why Choose 615 Smile Design for Botox and Fillers?
As we age, facial wrinkles and lines from laughing and smiling show through, even when our face is at rest. Certain areas of the face also lose collagen over time, especially the lips and cheeks.
Dr. Whetsell is a member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE) and became certified to administer Botox and fillers from the academy. She is passionate about creating aesthetically pleasing, beautiful results. Dr. Whetsell also wants results from cosmetic injectables to look and feel discreet.
Dr. Whetsell will work with you to ensure Botox or fillers can treat your specific needs. Whether you want to treat TMJ pain, add volume to your face, or address wrinkles, Dr. Whetsell can help.
Are Botox and Dermal Fillers for Me?
Candidates for Botox are typically adults who want to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on their faces. Botox is a type of injection that relaxes facial muscles, which can help smooth out wrinkles and give a more youthful appearance.
Dermal fillers, on the other hand, can add volume to areas of the face that have lost volume over time. Candidates for dermal fillers may have sunken cheeks, thin lips, or deep lines around the mouth. Dermal fillers are injected into these areas to plump the skin and create a youthful appearance.
People who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid Botox and dermal fillers. In addition, if you have certain medical conditions, such as muscle disorders or autoimmune diseases, you may not be a suitable candidate for Botox injections. Consult a doctor before these treatments to ensure they are safe for your health.
Furthermore, individuals who have a history of allergic reactions to similar treatments or materials should also avoid Botox and dermal fillers. Allergic reactions can be severe and potentially life-threatening in some cases.
Botox and Dermal Fillers in Nashville, TN
Botox® Cosmetic is a neurotoxin Dr. Whetsell injects into muscle tissue in certain areas of the face. It affects the nerve impulses within the muscles to release tension and smooth the skin.
Botox can treat:
- Crow’s feet
- Lines between the eyebrows
- Forehead lines
- Frown lines
Botox injections are quick and relatively painless. Results can last up to 6 months, and you can come in for touch-ups.
Dermal fillers treat static wrinkles, which are present when the face is at rest. Botox treats dynamic wrinkles caused by smiling, squinting, and frowning. Dr. Whetsell can provide Botox and fillers to add volume and elasticity to the face. Fillers restore facial collagen and can treat scars, wrinkles, skin depressions, and folds.
Problems dermal fillers in our Nashville, TN office can treat include:
- Wrinkles and fine lines
- Sunken cheeks or temples
- Hollow under-eye areas
- Thin lips
- Nasolabial folds (smile lines)
- Marionette lines (lines around the mouth)
- Acne scars
- Jawline definition
Botox for TMJ
Dr. Whetsell can use Botox to treat patients with TMJ-related disorders and bite problems. Botox is FDA-approved for treating headaches and muscle tension caused by TMJ disorders.
The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are the joints that connect the jaw to the skull. These joints ensure you bite and chew properly. However, an injury or stress to the TMJ can lead to TMJ disorders. Patients with TMD often experience chronic migraines, headaches, and facial pain.
When Dr. Whetsell injects Botox in key areas of the face, it can relieve muscle pain and improve patients’ symptoms. We often recommend Botox if you have TMD and experience headaches and migraines. As the Botox affects the facial muscles, it relaxes the tension that contributes to headaches.
Post-Op Instructions for Botox and Fillers
After your treatment with Botox and dermal fillers, we recommend:
- Avoid exercise or strenuous activity: If you exercise directly after fillers or Botox, it will increase the risk of swelling.
- Stay out of the sun: Sun exposure can irritate your skin. When you go outside, wear a hat and use SPF 30 or greater.
- Avoid heat: Do not take hot baths or showers. In addition, avoid saunas.
- Use gentle skin care: Do not use exfoliants, chemical peels, or other similar skin treatments after Botox and fillers.
- Do not put pressure on your face: Avoid putting your face on a pillow immediately after treatment. Do not touch your face unless you put on skincare or sunscreen.
- Avoid blood-thinning medications: Do not take aspirin or ibuprofen for the first 24 to 48 hours to reduce the risk of bruising.
Following post-treatment instructions will help reduce discomfort, infection, and bruising. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns as you heal.
What is a Smile Makeover?
A smile makeover uses multiple cosmetic dentistry treatments to restore the smile’s appearance. We recommend smile makeovers for patients with these problems:
- Crooked teeth
- Tooth stains
- Gaps between teeth
You can also receive Botox or fillers at the end of your smile makeover to enhance your facial aesthetics. As a Botox-trained dentist, Dr. Whetsell can provide cosmetic dental treatment and cosmetic injections. In addition to cosmetic dentistry, Botox and fillers can help you boost your confidence.
Request an Appointment Today
Are you looking for a modern TMJ treatment? Do you want to add Botox or dermal fillers to your smile makeover? Call Dr. Whetsell for cosmetic care today at (615) 637-2878 or schedule your next dental consultation online.
Please let us know if you have questions about Botox in our Nashville, TN office. We’re here to help.