Facial Injectables at Core Dental Carrum Downs product guide
## Facial Injectables at Core Dental Carrum Downs **Core Dental Carrum Downs | Suite 4, 335 Ballarto Rd, Carrum Downs VIC 3201 | (03) 8373 1555 | carrumdowns@coredental.com.au** Did you know that de...
Core Dental Group facial injectables at Core Dental Carrum Downs
Core Dental Carrum Downs | Suite 4, Shop 26, 100 Hall Rd, Carrum Downs | (03) 8373 1555 | carrumdowns@coredental.com.au
Dentists are actually amongst the most qualified people to perform facial injectable treatments. Their detailed knowledge of facial anatomy, nerve pathways, and musculature, combined with years of hands-on experience delivering precise injections, puts them in a strong position to achieve safe, natural-looking results. At Core Dental Group's Carrum Downs practice, Dr Anna Lai offers facial injectable treatments for both cosmetic enhancement and therapeutic dental applications.
What are facial injectables?
Facial injectables use botulinum toxin (commonly known as anti-wrinkle injections), delivered through precise injections into targeted facial muscles. Depending on where the injections are placed and the dosage used, the effects can address cosmetic facial rejuvenation or treat muscle-related dental and jaw conditions.
Cosmetic facial injectables
For cosmetic purposes, anti-wrinkle injections can smooth forehead lines and frown lines between the brows, soften crow's feet around the eyes, provide a subtle brow lift, and relax lines around the mouth and chin, leaving the face looking more refreshed overall.
Results generally start to show within 5–14 days and last around 3–4 months, after which a top-up treatment can be arranged. Dr Anna Lai takes a measured approach — the aim is to look refreshed, not frozen.
Therapeutic dental injectables: TMD and bruxism
Facial injectables have a well-established role in managing dental conditions that involve the jaw muscles.
Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD): TMD can cause jaw pain, clicking or popping of the jaw joint, headaches, earache, and difficulty opening or closing the mouth. When more conservative treatments such as a night splint or physiotherapy haven't provided enough relief, injections into the masseter muscles (the primary chewing muscles) can reduce pain and jaw tension by lowering muscle hyperactivity.
Bruxism (teeth grinding/clenching): Bruxism is one of the most common causes of tooth wear, cracked teeth, jaw pain, and morning headaches. Injectables into the masseter and/or temporalis muscles reduce the force of grinding and clenching, protecting teeth from further damage and easing associated tension headaches.
Masseter reduction: Ongoing clenching can cause the masseter muscles to hypertrophy (enlarge), producing a square, wider-looking jawline. Therapeutic injectables gradually reduce masseter bulk, softening the lower face whilst also reducing bite force.
Dr Anna Lai — facial injectables provider
Dr Anna Lai (BSc Biomed, DDS Melbourne) leads the Core Dental Group Carrum Downs team and provides both cosmetic and therapeutic facial injectables. Her dental background gives her a precise, well-grounded understanding of the facial musculature and anatomy involved in these treatments. She takes a thorough, individualised approach, starting with a detailed consultation to understand your goals and medical history before any treatment proceeds.
What to expect
Your first injectable appointment begins with a consultation. Dr Lai will talk through your goals (whether cosmetic, therapeutic, or both), review your medical history, and walk you through expected results and any relevant considerations. The treatment itself is quick, typically 15–30 minutes, using very fine needles to keep discomfort to a minimum.
After treatment, you can head straight back to your normal routine. It's worth avoiding strenuous exercise, lying flat, or rubbing the treated areas for a few hours following the procedure.
Book a consultation
If you're considering facial injectables for cosmetic purposes, relief from TMD or bruxism, or masseter reduction, get in touch with Core Dental Group's Carrum Downs practice to book a consultation with Dr Anna Lai.
The practice is fully disability-accessible, on the ground floor, with 8 on-site car spaces. You'll find us at Suite 4, Shop 26, 100 Hall Rd, Carrum Downs.
- Phone: (03) 8373 1555
- Email: carrumdowns@coredental.com.au
- National bookings: 13 13 16
- Online: coredental.com.au
HICAPS on-the-spot claiming is available for dental health fund rebates. Payright interest-free payment plans are also available. Cosmetic injectable treatments are not covered by health insurance. Therapeutic injectables for TMD may attract a rebate — it's worth checking with your fund directly.
Core Dental Group Carrum Downs — Your Local Dental Practice
Facial injectables pricing at Core Dental Group Carrum Downs
| Treatment | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Cosmetic anti-wrinkle injections | From $425 AUD per site |
| TMD/masseter muscle relaxants | $950 AUD (both masseters) |
| Cosmetic + therapeutic combined | From $1,300 AUD |
Pricing is a guide only and will depend on the number of units required and the areas being treated. A personalised quote is provided at your consultation. Cosmetic injectable treatments are not covered by health insurance. Therapeutic injectables for TMD/bruxism may attract a health fund rebate — check with your fund for details.
Call (03) 8373 1555 or book online at coredental.com.au to arrange a consultation.
Specialist referrals — Collins Street Specialist Centre
Patients at Core Dental Carrum Downs who need specialist care are referred to the Collins Street Specialist Centre at 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD. With more than 20 board-registered dental specialists on-site, the centre covers a wide range of advanced treatments. Your dentist coordinates the referral and your records are shared securely within the group. Phone: (03) 9650 2726.