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 […]
That jaw pain, difficulty chewing, muscle spasms, or soreness you feel when you open your mouth could be due to TMD, i.e. temporomandibular joint disorder. This condition could be caused by a jaw injury, stress, bruxism, or genetic predisposition. Lifestyle changes and/or physical therapy exercises can help some people find relief from TMD symptoms. At […]