Facial Rejuvenation

Clenching and grinding

Some patients may experience jaw discomfort, teeth grinding or muscle tension, particularly during sleep. In some cases, this may also be associated with symptoms such as tooth sensitivity, headaches or jaw fatigue.

Dr Hanna and the team can assess your symptoms and discuss suitable management options depending on individual presentation.

In some cases, prescription-based treatment options such as muscle relaxants may be considered to help reduce muscle activity and associated jaw tension.

These treatments work by temporarily reducing muscle activity in the jaw, which may help relieve symptoms associated with clenching and grinding.

Patients are still able to speak, chew and express normal facial movement during treatment.

Treatment effects and duration vary between individuals. Some patients may notice changes within a few days, while duration of effect can differ depending on individual response.

A consultation is required to determine suitability and appropriate management options.

Facial rejuvenation treatments

In some cases, facial aesthetic treatments may be considered as part of a broader approach to oral and facial harmony.

These treatments are focused on addressing specific concerns such as facial muscle activity or the appearance of fine lines in selected areas.

Where appropriate, prescription based facial aesthetic treatments may be used to help manage muscle activity in targeted areas of the face. This may include areas associated with jaw tension or other functional concerns, depending on individual assessment.

These treatments are performed following a clinical consultation to determine suitability.

Facial aesthetic treatment outcomes vary between individuals. Effects are temporary and require ongoing review and maintenance if continued treatment is desired.

A consultation is required before any treatment can be provided.

Gummy smile treatment

A “gummy smile” is a term sometimes used to describe a smile where a greater amount of gum tissue is visible when smiling.

There can be several contributing factors, which may include tooth position, upper jaw structure, lip movement, or muscle activity. A clinical assessment is required to determine the underlying cause in each individual case.

Dr Hanna has experience in facial anatomy and cosmetic dental treatment planning, with a particular interest in managing cases involving smile aesthetics and facial muscle activity.

In some cases, prescription-based treatments may be considered to help manage muscle activity affecting lip movement during smiling.

This may assist in reducing the elevation of the upper lip in selected cases, depending on individual assessment and suitability.

Treatment is carried out following a thorough consultation and clinical evaluation.

Treatment outcomes vary between individuals and depend on anatomical and clinical factors. Effects are temporary and may require ongoing review depending on the treatment plan.

A consultation is required before any treatment can be provided.

Why choose Dr Hanna

Facial aesthetic and cosmetic dental treatments require a detailed understanding of facial anatomy, including the relationship between teeth, gums, lips, and facial muscle movement. This is an important part of treatment planning, particularly in cases involving smile aesthetics and facial balance.

Dr Hanna has a strong interest in smile design and how these facial structures work together, and this is considered throughout the planning of cosmetic and facial aesthetic treatments.

As a dentist, Dr Hanna has extensive clinical training in the anatomy of the head, neck, teeth, and surrounding soft tissues. This provides a strong foundation for assessing and planning treatment in areas involving both dental and facial muscle function.

All treatments are performed by Dr Hanna following a thorough consultation and clinical assessment.

A comprehensive medical history is taken prior to treatment to ensure suitability and to consider any relevant medical factors or medications.

Depending on individual assessment, facial aesthetic treatments may be used to address concerns such as:

• The appearance of volume loss in the lip area
• The appearance of fine lines around the mouth
• Muscle activity contributing to downturned or tense resting facial expression
• Lip shape and definition in selected cases

Treatment outcomes vary between individuals and depend on anatomical and clinical factors. Effects are temporary and require ongoing review and maintenance if continued treatment is desired.

A consultation is required before any treatment can be provided.