Botox has been shown in scientific studies to reduce pain and help with sleep for patients that suffer from Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) and Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ). It’s been shown to really help some patients with jaw tension, headaches and lockjaw.
Botox can also really smooth out the shape of your face to give you a thinner more feminine appearance
While you will notice a decrease in tension starting after about 3-5 days patients will need to wait 2 full weeks for botox to fully kick in. Every patient is different and some get pain relief quicker than others.
This varies by individual but most patients will notice best results when they are treated every 3-6 months. For some patients results can last longer especially if they have had multiple treatments, it depends on what is going on with you and how you respond to treatment.
There is no down time, we recommend you not to exercise vigorously after the treatment and no hot showers for the rest of the day of treatment.
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“I heard that Botox injections were an option to alleviate some of my TMJ symptoms, which included jaw clicking, clenching, teeth grinding, and pain. Overall, this was a huge relief for my TMJ symptoms. I’ve noticed a huge reduction in the intensity of pain, as well as a reduction in the size of my masseter muscles (which used to make my lower face look bulky)” — Nicole P.
“I had TMJ and jaw pain for 1.5 years from clenching my jaw at night. Did cold and hot compresses, stretching, massaging but these things only helped a little bit. The pain and tightness just wouldn't go away. I finally gave up and decided to try Botox injections. It took about 2 months before I really noticed an improvement in my TMJ but it has now been over 1 year since my injections and my TMJ is still SO much better. Botox may not work for everyone but I think it's worth a try before trying anything more invasive!”— Jen W.
“I have been dealing with TMJ for years and it’s ridiculous how easily I was always dismissed by my doctors. When I went to my first “specialist” he basically just told me to “eat soft foods and try not to yawn so wide.” Like thanks “doc,” here’s $350. No recommendations, no follow up. I decided to see Megan after a friend recommended her and I cannot say enough good things! I am now 6 months out from my injections and my TMJ has never felt this good!”— Kelly K.
“I was constantly clenching my jaw due to my anxiety, and it was giving me headaches. Slimming of the face was a bonus. It took about six weeks for me to see a change—which I saw when comparing an older photo of myself with a recent one. I plan to keep maintaining it, but the effects do wear off after three months. That’s around when I start to feel my jaw clenching again.”— Minal M.
“My dentist recommended that I look into Botox injections for my TMJ after I chipped yet another tooth at night because of my teeth grinding. I always wore a nightguard but was still clenching so hard I was cracking my teeth. I now get injections done every 6 months and have not had a single broken tooth since! 100% worth it!”— Ella C.
Book a free in person or over the phone consultation to see if Botox for teeth grinding and TMJ in Charleston could be an option for you
Some Studies Showing the efficacy of Botox for Teeth grinding (Bruxism) and Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31246937/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36694050/
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