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Botox for TMJ: How It Works to Relieve Pain
Although Botox is better known for its cosmetic achievements, it’s also beneficial in treating several dental conditions. At Simply Wellness Dental, we use Botox to help relieve the pain and discomfort of TMJ. TMJ is a jaw disorder triggered by dysfunction of the temporomandibular joints in your jaw. Surprisingly enough, the relaxing properties of Botox can help ease this pain, making it easier to eat, speak, smile, and perform other normal tasks. Dr. Adi Nokiani is your Botox dentist for TMJ treatment in Vancouver, British Columbia. Here’s what you should know about Botox for TMJ pain relief.
Botox is the common name for Botulinum toxin, a neurotoxic protein made by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Cosmetically, Botox injections help minimize facial wrinkles and create a more youthful appearance. In dentistry, Botox can be used as a muscle relaxant to ease jaw pain and improve jaw movement. To better understand how Botox works, it’s important to understand what TMJ is and how it can impact your life.
Everyone has two temporomandibular joints (TMJs), one on each face. These joints connect the jawbone to the skull and control jaw movement so you can talk, smile, eat, and yawn. Dysfunction of your TMJs can hinder your ability to open and close your mouth. It can also cause jaw stiffness and pain, muscle tension, chronic headaches, earaches, and other painful symptoms. Jaw injuries, teeth grinding, arthritis in your jaw, malocclusion, and stress are common causes of TMJ.
Botox relaxes the muscles around your temporomandibular joints to ease tension and pain. Dr. Nokiani will inject Botox into your masseter jaw muscles to keep them from contracting and causing pain. As these muscles relax, they reduce jaw tension and stiffness and lessen teeth clenching to minimize discomfort and pain.
The following are some of the benefits of Botox for TMJ:
Noninvasive Treatment: Botox injections are noninvasive. They don’t require surgical incisions, anesthesia, or major prep work before treatment.
No Downtime: There’s no recovery time after getting Botox injections. You can return to your normal activities right away, and the treatment won’t cut into your busy schedule.
Quick, Safe, Painless: To avoid delays in your treatment, you can schedule your injections with Dr. Nokiani at our dental clinic. The injection needles are quite small and cause minimal or no discomfort or pain. When administered properly by an experienced healthcare provider, Botox is safe and effective in treating TMJ.
Long-lasting results: Although Botox’s effects aren’t permanent, it can provide up to 6 months of TMJ pain relief to improve the quality of life.
Botox Dentist Near Me
If you suffer from dental conditions like bruxism, jaw pain, or TMJ, we encourage you to try Botox treatment. To learn more about Botox and how it can benefit you, contact Dr. Adi Nokiani from Simply Wellness Dental in Vancouver, BC, at (604) 229-5922.
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Dr. Adi Nokiani, Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Adi Nokiani is a trusted general dentist and practice owner, serving the Vancouver community with expertise in all areas of general dentistry. A graduate of the University of British Columbia, where he earned his DMD, Dr. Nokiani is committed to continuous learning, with a special focus on Botox, endodontics, and cosmetic dentistry. As an active member of multiple study clubs, he stays up-to-date on the latest advancements. You can trust Dr. Nokiani to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care for your dental needs.
Dr. Jason Park, Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
Dr. Jason Park, a graduate of the University of British Columbia, focuses his practice on dental implants and oral surgery. With a compassionate and gentle approach, Dr. Park is committed to ensuring a comfortable experience for his patients. His extensive training includes an oral and maxillofacial surgery externship at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Park's dedication to continuing education underscores his expertise, and his patients trust him for high-quality, reliable care in surgical dentistry.