Botox in Dentistry – Shelby Township, MI

At The Gentle Dentist, our faith-centered practice places high value on every patient’s comfort, dignity, and wholeness of body, mind, and spirit. We’re pleased to offer Botox (botulinum toxin A) as a versatile and compassionate treatment option to relieve jaw pain, bruxism, TMJ tension, and enhance your smile, helping you feel cared for inside and out.

Botox is a purified protein that temporarily blocks nerve signals to targeted muscles, causing relaxation. In dentistry, this helps address various conditions:

• Muscle tension disorders like TMJ pain and bruxism

• Facial aesthetics, including reducing gummy smiles and smoothing fine lines around the lips and mouth

Relief from Bruxism and TMD Pain

Systematic reviews show Botox significantly reduces pain from sleep bruxism and TMD, with improvements in jaw function and decreased grinding episodes up to six months post-treatment. See more at
Cureus, Verywell Health, Health, PMC

Gummy Smile Correction

Studies—including a meta-analysis—indicate Botox injections into upper lip muscles reduce gingival display by approximately 2–3?mm for up to 3–4 months. Learn more at
IOSR Journals, MDPI, ResearchGate

TMJ and Masseter Muscle Treatment

Research supports Botox for TMJ-related jaw pain and masseter hypertrophy. It helps relieve tension headaches and bruxism while also providing mild cosmetic slimming. For more information, visit
Health, Verywell Health, Journal of Oral and Facial Pain and Headache

• Evaluation of your dental and medical history to ensure suitability

• Precision injections into specific muscles (masseter, temporalis, lip elevators)

• Minor discomfort, swelling, or bruising at injection sites—typically mild and temporary

• Results begin within days and last approximately 3–6 months

• Repeat treatments possible to maintain results

Botox may be right for you if you have:

• Persistent jaw pain, bruxism, or limited chewing function

• TMJ-related tension headaches

• A desire to improve a gummy smile or fine wrinkles around the mouth

• Limited success with splints or other non-invasive treatments

Note: Botox is not recommended for those who are pregnant, breastfeeding, allergic to botulinum toxin, or have certain neuromuscular conditions.

Botox treatments in dentistry are safe when administered by trained, licensed providers. Side effects are rare and generally mild, such as temporary muscle weakness or bruising. Ongoing research—including recent reviews—supports its effectiveness in reducing pain and improving function. Learn more from Verywell Health, Health, BMJ Neurology Open, IOSR Journals

At The Gentle Dentist, we treat patients as whole individuals—created in the image of God and deserving of compassionate, top-quality care. We understand that chronic pain or aesthetic concerns can affect your spiritual and emotional well-being. Our goal is to restore your comfort, confidence, and peace through gentle, evidence-based treatments.

If you’re experiencing jaw tension, teeth grinding, TMJ pain, or seeking cosmetic improvements, consider Botox at The Gentle Dentist. Contact our Shelby Township office to schedule a consultation and experience dental care that truly cares for you—inside and out.