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Facial Fillers & Botox for Jaw Pain Relief in Needham
At Needham Dental & Implant Center, we use Botox to primarily treat bruxism and its associated head, face, and neck pain.
When injected into the facial muscles, Botox paralyzes the muscle fibers or inhibits impulse transmission along the nerves. The treatment leaves the facial muscles relaxed, preventing them from engaging in involuntary jaw movement, particularly during sleep. This consequently prevents nighttime teeth grinding, jaw clenching or jaw locking, which are all factors that contribute to TMJ disorders.
The relieving effects are usually noticeable within a day or two after treatment, but it may take about a week or two to notice the full effects of the injections.
Treatment of Bruxism
Bruxism is a condition in which teeth are ground, gnashed, or clenched. Bruxism is often unconscious and can occur during the day. If you ever find yourself clenching your jaw, this is a form of awake bruxism. Bruxism commonly occurs overnight, and this is called sleep bruxism. Bruxism causes damage to teeth and pain in the muscles of the face, neck, and head. It can also interfere with a sufferer’s sleep patterns and create related sleep issues.
Common Symptoms of Bruxism
- Worn-down or chipped teeth including sensitivity and paint
- Headaches and migraines
- Earaches and ringing in the ears
- Jaw joint pain or stiffness
- Adjusting height or width of your teeth for consistencyPain or stiffness in the muscles radiating from the jaw, including the neck, shoulders, and upper back
- Sleep problems, including snoring and sleep apnea
Botox relaxes the jaw muscles that control the grinding of teeth. Weakening the jaw muscles leads to less force pressing the teeth together as they clench or grind. This results in less damage occurring; however, after Botox treatment, the jaw retains sufficient strength to perform all of its positive tasks, such as eating and talking.
Enhances Natural Beauty:
Another essential benefit of Botox treatment is that it boosts natural beauty by smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, enhancing the overall look of your skin.
Treatment of TMJEnhances Natural Beauty:
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) is a condition affecting the joints that connect your jawbone to your skull. It can cause considerable pain and have a negative impact on your ability to eat or sleep normally. Botox injections can play a role in treating TMJ by altering the movement of the muscles supporting your jaw. Injections can improve teeth grinding, lock jaw, and overall jaw tension. These changes can reduce jaw pain and headaches brought on by TMJ.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a dental emergency, such as a knocked-out tooth or severe
pain, contact our clinic immediately. We’ll guide you through
If you have a dental emergency, such as a knocked-out tooth or severe
pain, contact our clinic immediately. We’ll guide you through
If you have a dental emergency, such as a knocked-out tooth or severe
pain, contact our clinic immediately. We’ll guide you through
If you have a dental emergency, such as a knocked-out tooth or severe
pain, contact our clinic immediately. We’ll guide you through
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