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Are you grinding? Getting headaches & migraines? Have you considered botox? |
Are you considering dental botox for jaw or facial pain? Botox in dentistry can be used for the treatment for TMJ disorders and TMD. When a dental botox procedure is performed by a properly trained and experienced dentist, it can safely and quickly provide you relief from frustrating and unpleasant dental problems and pain.
What is Dental Botox?
Botox, or botulinum toxin A, is used as an extremely effective alternative treatment for TMJ (temporo-mandibular joint) disorder (TMD) and associated issues like facial pain, jaw tension, and migraine headaches. Dental botox is a non-surgical injection, administered on the dental chair. Botox has been approved for both cosmetic and medical use for many years.
How does botox stop TMJ pain?
When injected into the facial muscles, botox paralyzes muscle fibers, or blocks the transmission of impulses along nerves. The treatment relaxes the facial muscles which stops them from engaging in forceful movement of the jaw — even while you’re asleep. This in turn helps with nighttime teeth grinding, jaw clenching, and even lockjaw which can all lead to TMJ pain or headaches. Many patients find relief one to two days after treatment, but sometimes it can take up to a week or two to feel the effects fully.
How long is a dental botox procedure?
Dental botox treatment can take anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes on average depending on how many injections you require. This will be determined during your exam or consultation.
How long does botox last?
Dental botox provides relief temporarily and lasts three to four months on average. Once it wears off, patients should return for another appointment if they still require relief from TMJ pain.
What can I expect after dental botox treatment?
After your dental botox treatment, you should be able to get back to your normal daily activities as soon as you leave the dental office. Mild bruising, swelling, redness or numbness will likely appear, but should go away within 24 hours. If you experience any tenderness at injection sites, ice packs are recommended. To keep side effects and pain at bay, it’s important to avoid the following:
If you are getting TMJ or TMD pain and think you may be a good candidate for dental botox, call us for a consultation to see if it's right for you
What is Dental Botox?
Botox, or botulinum toxin A, is used as an extremely effective alternative treatment for TMJ (temporo-mandibular joint) disorder (TMD) and associated issues like facial pain, jaw tension, and migraine headaches. Dental botox is a non-surgical injection, administered on the dental chair. Botox has been approved for both cosmetic and medical use for many years.
How does botox stop TMJ pain?
When injected into the facial muscles, botox paralyzes muscle fibers, or blocks the transmission of impulses along nerves. The treatment relaxes the facial muscles which stops them from engaging in forceful movement of the jaw — even while you’re asleep. This in turn helps with nighttime teeth grinding, jaw clenching, and even lockjaw which can all lead to TMJ pain or headaches. Many patients find relief one to two days after treatment, but sometimes it can take up to a week or two to feel the effects fully.
How long is a dental botox procedure?
Dental botox treatment can take anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes on average depending on how many injections you require. This will be determined during your exam or consultation.
How long does botox last?
Dental botox provides relief temporarily and lasts three to four months on average. Once it wears off, patients should return for another appointment if they still require relief from TMJ pain.
What can I expect after dental botox treatment?
After your dental botox treatment, you should be able to get back to your normal daily activities as soon as you leave the dental office. Mild bruising, swelling, redness or numbness will likely appear, but should go away within 24 hours. If you experience any tenderness at injection sites, ice packs are recommended. To keep side effects and pain at bay, it’s important to avoid the following:
- Touching, rubbing, or massaging treated areas. Doing so can cause pain, plus move the Botox to other areas that don’t require treatment
- Drinking large volumes of alcohol for 24 hours
- Taking blood thinning medications for 24 hours
- Subjecting your body to strenuous physical activity for 24 hours
If you are getting TMJ or TMD pain and think you may be a good candidate for dental botox, call us for a consultation to see if it's right for you
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