More adults are choosing to start Invisalign and get Botox during the same visit. For some, Botox is used to reduce jaw clenching or tension. For others, it complements the cosmetic changes they are already making to their smile.

It may sound like an unexpected combination, but a dental office is actually a natural setting for both. Dentists work with the muscles, nerves, bite, and facial structure every day, so Botox can fit naturally into a broader treatment plan.

Why Dentists Offer Botox

Dentists are trained extensively in the anatomy of the head, neck, face, and jaw.

That includes the muscles and nerves around the teeth and bite, along with how those structures work together when you chew, speak, and smile.

This background is especially useful when Botox is placed around the jaw or mouth. Treatment can be planned with both facial appearance and function in mind.

Therapeutic Botox for TMJ, Clenching & Gummy Smile

Botox is not always cosmetic. In dentistry, it can also be used to address jaw tension and certain smile concerns.

Botox for TMJ Pain & Jaw Clenching

The masseter is one of the main muscles used for chewing. For people who clench or grind their teeth, it can become tight, sore, and overworked.

Botox placed in the masseter can reduce some of that muscle activity. This may help relieve jaw tension, discomfort, and headaches associated with clenching and grinding.

It can also be used alongside a night guard for patients dealing with teeth grinding.

Botox for a Gummy Smile

A gummy smile can happen when the upper lip lifts higher than average while smiling.

A small amount of Botox can relax the muscles that raise the lip, helping create a more balanced amount of tooth and gum display.

For the right patient, it can be a simple, non-surgical way to adjust the appearance of the smile.

Cosmetic Botox in a Dental Office

Botox can also soften expression lines caused by repeated facial movement.

Common treatment areas include frown lines between the brows, forehead lines, and crow’s feet around the eyes.

Our Botox page covers the different areas we treat and what to expect. Results usually begin appearing within a few days and continue developing over the next couple of weeks.

How Botox Fits Into an Invisalign or Smile Makeover

Invisalign moves the teeth into better alignment, while Botox can address the muscles and soft tissue around the smile, including the jaw and lip line.

For Clenching & Jaw Tension

For patients who clench or grind, Botox may be used earlier in Invisalign treatment to reduce jaw tension and excessive muscle activity.

This can be especially helpful when jaw tension is part of the bigger treatment picture.

For Cosmetic Smile Goals

For patients more focused on appearance, Botox may be added later once the teeth are closer to their final position and the overall smile is taking shape.

A Smile Makeover may also include treatments such as whitening, bonding, or veneers, while Botox addresses the muscles and soft tissue around the smile.

Either way, Botox can often be worked into an appointment you are already making without changing your Invisalign schedule.

What a Combined Invisalign & Botox Appointment Looks Like

Your first visit starts with a consultation and digital scan so Dr. Papac can evaluate your smile and plan your Invisalign treatment. She will also talk with you about your Botox goals, whether those involve jaw tension, a gummy smile, or cosmetic concerns.

If Botox is a good fit, injections can often be completed during the same appointment. Treatment itself usually takes only a few minutes and requires little to no downtime.

Future Invisalign visits can also be a convenient time to discuss Botox maintenance or touch-ups if needed.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Invisalign & Botox?

Invisalign candidacy depends on your oral health, bite, and the type of tooth movement needed. We covered that in more detail in our guide to adult Invisalign.

Botox is appropriate for many healthy adults, but it is not right for everyone.

• Patients who are pregnant or nursing should typically wait
• Certain neuromuscular conditions or medications may affect candidacy
• Treatment should be postponed if there is an active infection near the injection site

Dr. Papac will review your health history and determine whether Botox makes sense for your needs and goals.

Dr. Lindsey Papac: Diamond Top 1% Invisalign Provider

Dr. Lindsey Papac is a Diamond Top 1% Invisalign Provider in North America, a Fellow of the American Academy of Clear Aligners, and an international consultant who helps other dentists with Invisalign treatment.

That experience matters when treatment involves more than simply straightening teeth.

The bite, jaw muscles, lips, and facial movement can all influence how a finished smile looks and feels. Dr. Papac takes those factors into account when building a treatment plan.

Fall 2026 Invisalign Offer: 20 Free Units of Botox When You Start Invisalign

Through October 31, 2026, patients who start Invisalign at Great Northwest Dental can receive treatment for $4,797, regularly $6,297, plus 20 complimentary units of Botox.

Those units may be used for concerns such as jaw tension, a gummy smile, or cosmetic lines depending on your treatment plan and Dr. Papac’s recommendations.

See full details and scheduling information on our Invisalign offer page.

Invisalign & Botox in Auburn and Pacific, WA

If you have been considering Invisalign, Botox, or both, one consultation can help you understand how the treatments may fit together.

Dr. Papac can evaluate your smile, review your goals, and build a plan around your needs and timeline.

Learn more about Invisalign at Great Northwest Dental or schedule your consultation today.