TMJ BOTOX®

For those suffering from persistent jaw pain, teeth clenching or discomfort associated with temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD), Botox has been found to be an effective option for providing sufficient relief. 

If you've found other therapies such as oral night guards, physiotherapy, or medications ineffective, Botox may offer the breakthrough you need, as it has proven particularly effective for those who have exhausted traditional methods and continue to suffer from persistent pain.

TMJ Botox in LaSalle, near Windsor, ON - Revery Medical Aesthetics

Frequent Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) are conditions affecting the jaw muscles, temporomandibular joints, and associated nerves, leading to pain and discomfort. 

    They affect everyday activities such as chewing, speaking, and opening or closing the mouth. Symptoms commonly include jaw pain or tenderness, clicking or popping sounds in the jaw, restricted jaw movement, and occasional headaches.

  • Botox is injected directly into the jaw muscles (masseter, temporalis, and sometimes the lateral pterygoid muscles), blocking the nerve signals that cause these muscles to contract excessively. 

    As these muscles relax, your jaw can move more freely, reducing pain and improving function, allowing you to chew and speak more comfortably.

  • The treatment plan for Botox in TMJ disorders often requires three sessions, each spread one month apart, allowing us to adjust dosages and injections based on your response to initial treatments, ensuring that each session builds on the last to maximize relief. 

    Both initial consultation and treatment can be done in a single 30-minute session.

  • One of the key benefits of Botox for TMJ is its ability to provide long-lasting relief. Typically, patients experience symptom relief for up to 6 months following each session.

  • Yes, Botox for TMJ can reduce jaw tension and headaches, prevent teeth grinding, and enhance jaw symmetry.

  • The number of units used for each session is 60 units. Depending on the severity of the condition, we could increase the dosage if the baseline treatment doesn't work.

    The typical cost of Botox for TMJ is $500.