Sure, it’s probably not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of general dental care and prevention, but, like many dentists across the country, Dr. Arndt offers injectables, specifically, the ever popular Botox.
According to the American Dental Association, approximately 10-20% of dentists in 2025, which translates as 20,000-40,000 dentists, are licensed to provide neuromodulator and dermal filler injections.
While it might seem totally unrelated to dentistry, Botox by your dentist makes perfect sense!
We’ll explain why we offer this service and the benefits that Botox provides, beyond wrinkles…
Familiar territory
The main reason many dentists offer injectables like Botox is because they have advanced training in anatomy, specifically the face, head, and neck, which means they are more than qualified to administer injections in the facial tissue.
In fact, they often administer local anesthetics, like lidocaine, before working on crowns or fillings. Between their anatomical knowledge and injection capabilities, dentists are adept at ensuring the most natural placement for injectables like Botox.
The Aesthetic Argument for Botox
FDA-approved, Botox treats common complaints like frown lines (between eyebrows), smile lines around the mouth, forehead lines, and crow’s feet. Almost completely painless, Botox treatments take very little time, including absolutely zero downtime, and typically results in younger-looking, smoother skin. Results are usually apparent in only a few days and can last up to three months.
More than a Pretty Face
Yes, Botox is very effective when it comes to smoothing wrinkles and fine lines, but did you know that it can also be used as a supplemental therapy to alleviate painful symptoms associated with bruxism (teeth grinding) and TMJ?
Dental botox reduces muscle tension and pain, the main complaints of ailments like bruxism and TMJ, by relaxing the masseter and temporalis muscles. Non-surgical and cost-effective, this is an increasingly popular alternative to often inadequate traditional solutions like mouthguards.
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Trust Dr. Arndt at Arndt Aesthetics to Deliver Your Results
Whatever your reason for considering Botox, Dr. Arndt is trained in administering Botox, an expert at delivering the treatment and results you’re looking for.
If you’re considering Botox for aesthetic or therapeutic purposes, contact our team and book your consultation.