The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are the two joints connecting your lower jaw to your skull. They slide and rotate in front of each ear and are among the most complex joints in the body. When the mandible and the joints are not aligned nor synchronized in movement, you may develop TMD.
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are disorders of the jaw muscles, temporomandibular joints, and nerves associated with chronic facial pain. Any problem that prevents the muscles, bones, and joints from working together may result in temporomandibular disorder.
While the actual cause of this disorder may not be clear, the leading cause is usually an excessive strain on the jaw joints and the muscle group that controls chewing, swallowing, and speech. Some other examples of what can cause TMD include:
When you have TMJ disorder (TMD), you may experience the following:
BOTOX, a neuromodulating protein, may help treat symptoms of TMJ disorders by reducing facial muscle activity. You may benefit most from this treatment if other methods haven’t relieved the following TMJ disorder symptoms:
It’s generally recommended as a complementary treatment to other TMJ disorder therapy, but on its own, it may be effective in treating TMD for some people. BOTOX can relieve TMJ disorder symptoms for up to three months.
The non-surgical, outpatient treatment typically takes 10-30 minutes. After applying a numbing cream, Dr. Ataii will inject BOTOX into your forehead, temple, and jaw muscles. Afterward, you can resume your routine; BOTOX for TMD has no downtime. Some patients experience relief within a day or two of treatment, while others notice improvement after several days.
Because BOTOX is an injectable muscle relaxer, Dr. Ataii can use it in the masseter muscles to change your face shape and manage facial pain.
The masseter muscle is located on the side of your face and connects your cheekbone to your lower jawbone, helping you chew. When Botox is injected into the masseter, it temporarily blocks nerve signals, so the muscle cannot move.
Masseter BOTOX can:
Like BOTOX for TMJ disorders, BOTOX is injected into the selected muscles after applying numbing cream. The procedure typically lasts 15 minutes, and you can return to your usual activities. While you can expect to see full results in about one week, some people experience relief from their symptoms in one to three days. These results should last up to four months before repeating the procedure becomes necessary.
BOTOX is safe for most people who experience jaw tension or have a TMJ disorder. During your initial consultation, we will carefully review your medical history before beginning treatment. You’ll inform us of any medications you take and any allergies.
However, you should avoid this treatment if you:
While BOTOX is generally considered safe, potential side effects include:
Here are some tips for relieving stress and relaxing your face and jaw:
BOTOX is one of our primary services at Laser Cliniqúe. Our founder and medical director, Dr. P. Alexander Ataii, is a skincare specialist who has unparalleled credentials as an injector, including:
Additionally, Dr. Attai is the Patients’ Choice Award winner from 2007-2020. Since 2005, we have been providing excellent service to our patients, and we are the highest 5-star reviewed medical spa in Southern California. Contact us today and see why Laser Cliniqúe offers the best BOTOX for TMJ!
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