BOTOX® Dental Therapeutic
BOTOX® injections weren’t initially used to improve appearance. In fact, this treatment was originally developed for medical uses. Muscle spasms, or when the muscles tighten involuntarily, can cause extreme discomfort and can even cause embarrassment. When BOTOX® injections are delivered to these muscles, it can resolve involuntary teeth clenching, facial tics and other dental and facial problems that are medical in nature. Most patients will see relief from these issues for about three to four months before requiring more injections.
At Art of Modern Dentistry, your dentists are BOTOX® certified so we can utilize these treatments to help you resolve any issues you may experience with your facial muscles. We use these injections to treat TMJ, as well as to ensure a more successful outcome for a number of surgical procedures and dental restorations.
An Effective Treatment for Teeth Grinding and Clenching, As Well as TMJ
Teeth clenching, teeth grinding and TMJ disorder can lead to a lot of pain and discomfort, disrupting daily life. The good news is we can help you resolve these issues with the use of BOTOX® for therapeutic purposes. These injections relax the muscles in the face responsible for controlling the temporomandibular joint, or jaw joint. Dental splints and night guards were previously used for treating these conditions, but BOTOX® can deliver targeted relief that fixes the issue at its source, rather than getting rid of the symptoms alone so you can live a pain-free life.
Its Use in Dental Implant Procedures
BOTOX® injections used during dental implant surgery work by relaxing the muscles near the joint of your jaw, which reduces the stress felt during the procedure.
This is especially important in patients who undergo the implant procedure in one day, preparing the area and implanting the tooth without the need for multiple appointments. It reduces the stress on the dental implant, improving the success of the implant. This will ensure many years of a beautiful smile.
