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BOTOX® is an excellent solution that provides relief for patients suffering from jaw joint pain or discomfort.

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BOTOX® Treatment for TMD in Appleton

man holding jaw from TMJ pain Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is an uncomfortable condition that occurs when your jaw joint (TMJ) is not functioning correctly.

If you suffer from TMD, you may notice one or more of these symptoms:

Tenderness when biting or chewing
Frequent headaches or migraines
Neck or shoulder pain
Jaw joint popping or clicking upon opening or closing of the mouth
Teeth clenching or grinding
Discomfort in the muscles of the jaw joint
The jaw joint locking open or closed

TMD can significantly impact your quality of life, but the good news is that there are solutions, and your Hamlin dentist can help!

What Are the Benefits of Using BOTOX to Treat TMD?

BOTOX is a noninvasive treatment that relaxes muscles and can relieve several symptoms of TMD. It takes effect in about 48 hours and can last for three to four months.

Headaches and Migraines

BOTOX can minimize and even sometimes eliminate the headaches caused by TMD.

Bruxism

Relaxing your muscles reduces clenching and grinding at night while you sleep, preventing jaw pain and reducing tooth wear.

Neck and Shoulder Pain

BOTOX helps to alleviate chronic neck and shoulder pain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can BOTOX® help with jaw clenching and teeth grinding?

Yes! BOTOX® can be an effective treatment for jaw clenching and excessive teeth grinding. While BOTOX is widely known for its aesthetic benefits, like smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, it also works as a muscle relaxer.

How Does BOTOX Work?

When injected into overactive jaw muscles (usually the masseters), BOTOX helps reduce the intensity of involuntary clenching and grinding—also known as bruxism—without affecting normal speaking, biting, or chewing. Unaddressed bruxism often leads to symptoms like limited movement and pain in the jaw, tension headaches, worn-down teeth, and even disrupted sleep. By relaxing the targeted muscles, BOTOX eases that pressure, reduces pain, and helps prevent further damage to your teeth and jaw joint.

What Is Getting BOTOX Like?

The BOTOX procedure is quick, minimally invasive, and generally well-tolerated. Most patients notice relief within a few days, with full effects kicking in after one to two weeks. Results typically last three to four months, after which maintenance treatments can be scheduled as needed.

If nightguards alone aren’t cutting it — or if you’re looking for an alternative approach — BOTOX may be a safe and effective option. A qualified provider can help determine if it’s right for your symptoms and overall health goals.

BOTOX for TMD and Bruxism Treatment in Brockport, NY

If you’re in Brockport and want to learn more about how BOTOX can safely and quickly help alleviate the discomfort of bruxism and TMJ disorder and restore full oral functionality, contact the friendly and helpful Hamlin Dental team to schedule a consultation!

What Causes TMD?

The root causes of TMD are different for everyone, but can include:

Tooth or bite misalignment
Bruxism, or clenching and grinding
Stress or anxiety
Trauma or jaw injury

Determining the root cause of your TMD will help our dentists recommend the right treatment to help you relieve your discomfort.

Meet Our Dentist:

Dr. Nicholas Garcia

Dr. Nicholas Garcia earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. He then went on to complete a one-year residency at SUNY Upstate Hospital in conjunction with the Syracuse VA to serve our veterans. Before dental school, he earned his undergraduate degree in biology with a minor in chemistry from Niagara University while playing Division 1 soccer.

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Dr. Garcia is committed to bringing his patients the most advanced technology and techniques. As a result, he invests hundreds of hours in completing continuing ...

How BOTOX® Alleviates TMD

appleton man smiling in dental chair One treatment our dentist may recommend to relieve your TMD discomfort is BOTOX injections. BOTOX stands for Botulinum toxin type A, a purified form of Clostridium botulinum.

When Dr. Garcia injects BOTOX into your masseter muscles, it freezes and relaxes them, often alleviating painful headaches or jaw joint tenderness caused by TMD. The effects of BOTOX last for three to four months before you need new injections, providing considerable relief for many patients.

Why Choose Your Dentist in Hamlin for BOTOX Treatment?

Dr. Garcia received additional training to deliver BOTOX treatments effectively. However, his skills and knowledge as a dentist make him the ideal BOTOX provider, as he’s extensively studied facial structure and anatomy. He is also highly skilled at delivering comfortable injections since dentists do this daily with dental anesthetic.

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November 26, 2024

How Do Dentists Use BOTOX® to Treat TMD?

woman smiling after getting tmd treatment in hamlin

BOTOX®, long celebrated for its age-defying cosmetic powers, has become an increasingly popular treatment in recent years for conditions including chronic migraines, eye disorders (like strabismus or crossed eyes), and involuntary muscle spasms. Yet another way in which BOTOX contributes to quality of life beyond simple aesthetics is as a highly effective treatment for temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). How??

In short, since BOTOX relaxes the muscles surrounding the sites into which it’s injected, dentists now use BOTOX to reduce pain and tension in the jaw joints and muscles of individuals with ...

Understanding TMD: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Do you ever suffer from unexplained headaches or jaw pain? Do you wake up in the morning with muscle soreness in your jaw? If so, you could suffer from TMD, or temporomandibular disorder. Your temporomandibular joint connects your jaw to your skull on both sides. It can cause pain or difficulty opening or closing your mouth when it functions incorrectly.

If your TMJ isn’t working like it should, I may diagnose you with TMD. So, what are the symptoms, causes, and treatment options? Keep reading as I explain them in more ...

Would You Like to Learn More about TMD Treatment?

You don’t have to live with debilitating pain any longer! If you or a loved one is struggling with the uncomfortable symptoms of TMD, contact your team at Hamlin Dental to learn more about how we can help you.

You can request an appointment online or talk with a team member by calling (585) 964-2000. We are proud to treat patients in Hilton, Hamlin, Brockport, and the surrouding communities.

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