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Botox for Migraines: How Is It Used?
Migraines aren’t just ordinary headaches. A migraine’s throbbing, debilitating pain can stop you in your tracks! In addition to pain, a migraine may come with chills, nausea, vomiting, numbness, or sensitivity to light or sounds. Chronic migraines can cause significant disruptions in your life and sap you of daily strength and happiness. At Dentistry at Golden Ridge, we offer Botox for migraines to relieve pain. Your Golden, Colorado dentists, Drs. Jamie Richard and Christina VerSchave, answer your questions about Botox migraine treatment. Â
What is Botox?
Botox is a drug that contains a form of botulinum toxin, a substance that keeps muscles in your face from contracting. It’s known for its cosmetic benefits in reducing the formation of facial lines and wrinkles. Recent studies have also shown that the drug can prevent chronic migraines.
It’s been recommended as a migraine prevention treatment for people suffering from frequent migraines, with episodes lasting 4 hours or longer. Â
Who qualifies for Botox for migraines?
The FDA has approved Botox to help prevent severe chronic migraines. However, it’s not for people who suffer occasional migraines. Botox is reserved for people who suffer severe migraines at least 15 or more days a month. For some individuals, it provides an alternative method for relieving migraine pain.
What should I know about Botox for migraines?
Botox injections are given as a preventive treatment to keep migraines from occurring. The treatment consists of approximately 30 injections given in shallow muscles around your head, neck, and shoulders at 12-week intervals. The drug keeps your muscles from contracting to prevent migraine tension and pain. The full benefits of the treatment become noticeable after the first two sessions. Each Botox session takes around 10–15 minutes to complete.Â
Are there restrictions on what I can or can’t do after Botox for migraine treatment?
You should avoid strenuous exercise, excessive heat, and the consumption of alcoholic beverages for 24–48 hours after your treatment. Additionally, you should avoid lying down for the first four hours after receiving the injections. Otherwise, you can resume your normal activities.
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Can dentists do Botox?
Yes! You can safely receive Botox injections from dentists trained to administer this treatment. Our team has ample experience with Botox procedures and can provide you with safe, effective treatments. Â Â
How long will the results of Botox for migraines last?
Generally, the results last 10 to 12 weeks, after which you must repeat your treatment. Most patients undergo treatments every three months to maintain long-term relief from migraine pain.
Are there side effects to using Botox for migraines?
Some people experience swelling or mild bruising at the injection site. Other side effects could include flu-like symptoms, neck pain, eye dryness or tearing, and temporary drooping of your eyelid. These symptoms generally subside within a few days.
Who offers Botox for migraines near me?
Dentistry at Golden Ridge is your go-to location for Botox for migraine treatments in the Golden, CO area. To schedule an appointment, contact Drs. Jamie Richard and Christina VerSchave at (303) 951-8515.
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