Botox and Dermal Fillers in Chicago
Dr. Mary Crowe is an AAFE-certified faculty instructor who provides Botox, Daxxify, and dermal filler treatments at our Chicago Loop office. Her deep expertise in facial anatomy means every injection is placed with clinical precision — not estimated.
Accepting new patients — Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Select Friday and Saturday times available by call or text.
Botox, Daxxify, and Dermal Fillers — What They Are and Why Patients Come to Us
Crowe Dental Associates has provided Botox, Daxxify, and dermal filler treatments at our Chicago Loop office since 1984. Botox is a neuromodulator that relaxes targeted facial muscles to reduce dynamic expression lines. Daxxify is a longer-lasting neuromodulator compared to traditional Botox. Dermal fillers are injectable gels that restore lost facial volume and smooth static lines.
Patients come to us with expression lines on the forehead and around the eyes, volume loss around the mouth and cheeks, concerns about lip definition, and jaw tension from clenching or TMJ. For each, the goal is a natural, rested outcome — not a dramatic change. The credentials and treatment details below explain how we approach that and why the provider you choose makes a real difference.
Why Dentist-Administered Botox Delivers More Consistent Results
Dentists hold a clinical advantage in facial injection work because their training is rooted in a thorough understanding of facial anatomy—nerves, muscle layers, and injection depth—developed through years of hands-on clinical practice. A licensed dentist who pursues additional AAFE-level training in facial aesthetics brings that anatomical foundation to every injection, which reduces the risk of asymmetry or overcorrection that patients sometimes experience at med spas or from injectors without dental or medical training.
For you, that means more predictable outcomes, dosage calibrated to your facial structure rather than estimated, and a provider who understands the functional relationship between jaw tension, bite, and the muscles treated with neuromodulators. The next section covers the specific credentials Dr. Crowe holds that put this into practice.
Dr. Mary Crowe's AAFE Faculty Training Sets This Practice Apart
Dr. Mary P. Crowe is an active faculty instructor with the American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE) — one of the most rigorous credentialing pathways available to dental professionals in facial injectable treatments. This is not a weekend certification. AAFE faculty status represents a sustained investment in clinical excellence at the instruction level.
Dr. Crowe completed the Implant Masters Class at the Advanced Dental Implant Research and Education Center (AIC) and is pursuing advanced certification through the Kois Institute. She holds memberships with the American Dental Association, the Chicago Dental Society, the Illinois Dental Society, and the American Academy of Facial Esthetics.
For patients comparing providers in Chicago, this credential difference is concrete. Not every Botox provider in the city has anatomical training at the dental faculty level or the clinical experience to adjust treatment based on how a patient's jaw function and bite interact with the muscles being treated.
Treatment Areas and Patient Concerns We Address
Forehead Lines and Frown Lines
Botox and Daxxify relax the muscle contractions that create horizontal forehead creases and the vertical lines between the brows, producing a smoother, more rested appearance without affecting natural expression.
Crow's Feet Around the Eyes
Targeted neuromodulator treatment around the outer eye area softens the lines that appear with squinting or smiling, with results typically visible within days and lasting several months depending on the product used.
Volume Loss Around the Mouth and Cheeks
Dermal fillers restore the facial volume that diminishes with age—particularly in the cheeks and the nasolabial area—giving the face a more naturally full and balanced appearance.
Lip Definition and Volume
Lip filler at Crowe Dental Associates is calibrated to enhance natural lip shape and add subtle volume, not to exaggerate—the goal is a result that looks like you, not a result that announces itself.
Jaw Tension from Clenching and TMJ
Botox injected into the masseter muscle reduces the intensity of involuntary jaw clenching—a treatment that relieves jaw fatigue, headaches, and the visible squaring of the lower face associated with chronic bruxism, and one that Dr. Crowe is uniquely positioned to deliver given her background in TMJ treatment.
Questions Patients Ask Before Their First Appointment
Is it actually safe to get Botox from a dentist?
Yes — dentists are licensed medical professionals with extensive clinical training in facial anatomy, which makes them highly qualified to administer Botox safely. At Crowe Dental Associates, Dr. Mary Crowe holds active faculty instructor status with the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, one of the most rigorous training credentials in the field.
How long do Botox and Daxxify results last?
Traditional Botox typically lasts three to four months before a follow-up treatment is needed. Daxxify, a newer neuromodulator, is formulated to last six months or longer in most patients. The exact duration depends on the treatment area, the amount used, and how your muscles respond. We discuss realistic timelines at your consultation.
What is the difference between Daxxify and regular Botox?
Both are neuromodulators that work by relaxing targeted facial muscles. The key difference is duration — Daxxify's formulation produces results that typically last about twice as long as traditional Botox. For patients who want fewer appointments per year while maintaining consistent results, Daxxify is often the stronger option. Dr. Crowe will help you decide which suits your goals.
Can Botox help with jaw pain and teeth grinding?
Yes. Botox injected into the masseter muscle reduces the force of involuntary jaw clenching, which relieves jaw fatigue, tension headaches, and wear on the teeth associated with bruxism. Because Dr. Crowe also treats TMJ disorders, she understands the functional relationship between jaw muscle activity and bite health — a perspective most med spas cannot offer.
Do I need a consultation before my first Botox or filler appointment?
Yes. We schedule a brief consultation before any first treatment to review your facial anatomy, discuss your goals, and confirm which product and dosage is right for you. This step protects your results and gives you a chance to ask questions with no pressure to book on the same day.
Book Your Botox Consultation in Chicago
We keep consultations focused and unhurried — you'll have time to ask questions, understand your options, and decide what's right for you before any treatment begins. We're accepting new patients now.
Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Select Friday and Saturday appointments available by call or text.
