Facial Aesthetics
Botox®
If you are interested in boosting your appearance to look younger without undergoing cosmetic surgery, you may want to consider getting Botox injections. Botox injections are non-invasive, outpatient treatments that can help facial aesthetics related to aging. Botox works by relaxing your muscles to reduce fine lines and wrinkles in your face. Botox can be used to balance smile esthetics, reduce the appearance of a “gummy” smile, and relieve head and neck pain.
Smooth Threads
Another option for rejuvenating skin and addressing one’s cosmetic needs are smooth threads. Using Polydioxanone (PDO) sutures, a material that’s been used for more than three decades in cardiac surgical settings, a thin layer of collagen is inserted into the area being treated and released over time (American Academy of Facial Esthetics, 2021). The collagen smooths wrinkles and helps to improve blood circulation, leaving you with a younger, healthier look.
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KYBELLA®
Some individuals throughout their lifetimes may develop what is often called a double-chin, which is commonly caused by weight gain and/or loosening skin. One approach to treating a double-chin is KYBELLA, a prescription medicine used to boost one’s appearance around the chin and neck area. KYBELLA utilizes synthetic deoxycholic acid to treat this issue. In its natural state, deoxycholic acid “is a naturally occurring molecule in the body that aids in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat. When injected into the fat beneath the chin, KYBELLA® destroys fat cells, resulting in a noticeable reduction in fullness under the chin. Once destroyed, these cells can no longer store or accumulate fat, so further treatment is not expected once you reach your desired aesthetic goal” (KYBELLA, 2021).
Dermal Fillers
Dermal Fillers are a minimally invasive treatment option that can help restore the natural volume to your face, thereby reducing facial lines and appearing more youthful. As we grow older, we inevitably lose subcutaneous fat, which leads to muscles working closer to the skin level (American Society of Plastic Surgery, 2021). In turn, smile lines and crow’s feet are easier to see. Dermal fillers can help rejuvenate our look and are an option for our patients to consider.
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Lifting Threads
An alternative to dermal fillers are lifting threads, which is a treatment option that utilizes temporary sutures to produce a noticeable yet subtle lift of the skin being treated (American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2021). Using advanced techniques Dr. Keil will lift the skin around your nose, mouth, and jowls to pull upwards and lift the face. Not only is the face lifted, the body’s natural response to the procedure will send large amounts of collagen to the area treated, improving the texture and appearance of the skin.
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Why We're Different:
White Oaks Dental is here to serve you with all of your general dentistry needs and facial aesthetics services. We want to help you achieve your goals whether that be a healthy mouth or a movie-star smile.
Dr. Smith & Dr. Keil are a husband-and-wife dental team! Through their kind and compassionate way of practicing dentistry, they will help put you at ease during your dental visits. The couple does not believe in selling healthcare, they will only recommend what you actually need.
White Oaks Dental was named for the couple’s love of the outdoors in the great state of Michigan. There are even a few mature oak trees on the property where the practice is located. White Oaks are a historical symbol of peace and calmness, something they aim to bring to dentistry.
Our friendly team of front desk staff, hygienists, and assistants can’t wait to meet you and your family!
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