Botox: 10 Surprising Uses You Haven't Thought Of (Part 2)

April 1, 2022
5 min read

Botulinum toxin, also known as Onobotulinumtoxin A, is a neurotoxin used to "freeze" muscles. Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin®, and Jeuveau® are four different forms of Onobotulinumtoxin A. Botox injections stop nerve signals from reaching the muscle, preventing it from contracting. Botox injections make your face look smoother and younger by preventing these contractions from emphasizing and deepening existing wrinkles. In our previous blog, we had discussed five surprising uses for Botox. In this blog, we'll continue with our final five applications for botox.

Chronic Migraine Relief

Since the FDA approved the migraine medication in 2010, one of the most common Botox uses has been treating persistent migraines. While patients usually require multiple injections, the relief experienced by those who suffer from persistent migraines is well worth the quick appointments to the doctor for therapeutic Botox treatments.

Gum-Based Smiles

Yes, you can still grin after Botox injections. However, those with a gummy smile, or one that exposes more than 2 millimeters of the upper gum, may not be comfortable doing so. Fortunately, Botox can also be used to treat gummy smiles. Botox injections into your upper lip allow that lip to relax enough to cover enough of your gums when you smile while maintaining a natural-looking smile. It's a less invasive alternative to surgical techniques that provide incredible long-term results.

Crossed Eyes

Botox has been used to cure crossed eyes, also known as strabismus since the FDA approved the practice in the 1970s. Botox injections relax the muscles in the eyes, momentarily preventing the patient's eyes from crossing in opposite directions, as they do in other uses. For longer-lasting results, more procedures may be required.

Neck Pain

Botox isn't just for treating wrinkle lines around your neck. If you have neck muscles that are so tight that they are causing you pain, Botox might be able to help. The FDA has even licensed botox to treat cervical dystonia, a painful neurological disease that causes a neck tilt and significant neck pain. Botox is particularly beneficial in lowering neck pain and the visual symptoms associated with the disease in these extreme situations.

Botox Can Be an Alternative to Cosmetic Surgery

Doctors have been utilizing Botox in various ways as an alternative to cosmetic surgery along the same lines. Botox injections around the jaw, nose, eyes, and forehead can provide the illusion of cosmetic surgery. For example, for a "botox" nose job, you'll just require a couple of injections at the base of your nose. This procedure permits the nose to raise somewhat once natural drooping happens with age. Botox can even seem like a facelift! While Botox injections in this manner are only temporary, they may be a more cost-effective and less frightening option for those seeking aesthetic solutions other than wrinkle reduction.

Contact Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry Today!

We are excited to be able to offer Botox treatment in addition to cosmetic dentistry for our patients at Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry in Park City, Salt Lake City, Heber, Midway, Duchesne, Vernal, UT, and surrounding areas. To schedule an appointment or more information about Botox or any other treatment, please give us a call at 435-503-8841 or complete our online contact form.

Ready to get started?

The first step towards a beautiful, healthy smile is to schedule an appointment.
Contact Us
(435) 503-8841
Schedule an Appointment