Safety and Complications Associated with the Use of Botulinum Toxin and Facial Fillers in Dental Procedures

• Author(s): Anna Laira Malaquias Santiago
• Paper ID: 1711810
• Page: 596-599
• Published Date: 31-12-2023
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 7 Issue 6 December-2023

Abstract

The integration of botulinum toxin and dermal fillers into dental practice has expanded significantly, offering both therapeutic and aesthetic benefits. While these procedures provide effective management of conditions such as bruxism, temporomandibular disorders, and facial asymmetries, as well as improvements in smile design and soft tissue augmentation, they are not without risks. Potential complications include bruising, edema, asymmetry, vascular occlusion, and, in rare cases, severe outcomes such as tissue necrosis or visual impairment. Patient safety depends on accurate anatomical knowledge, careful patient selection, evidence-based protocols, and the ability to manage adverse events promptly. Ethical and regulatory issues further underscore the importance of appropriate training and professional responsibility. Emerging biomaterials and precision techniques are likely to enhance safety and predictability in the future, making these procedures an increasingly relevant component of contemporary dental care.

Keywords

Botulinum Toxin; Dermal Fillers; Dentistry; Patient Safety; Complications; Facial Aesthetics; Risk Management; Dental Practice; Injectable Treatments; Orofacial Procedures.

Citations

IRE Journals:
Anna Laira Malaquias Santiago "Safety and Complications Associated with the Use of Botulinum Toxin and Facial Fillers in Dental Procedures" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 7 Issue 6 2023 Page 596-599

IEEE:
Anna Laira Malaquias Santiago "Safety and Complications Associated with the Use of Botulinum Toxin and Facial Fillers in Dental Procedures" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 7(6)