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Botox for TMJ Dysfunction is part of a targeted treatment plan designed to relieve jaw tension and restore proper function. This medical-grade therapy works by relaxing overactive jaw muscles, reducing pain, and improving movement. Each session is customized to ease discomfort, enhance alignment, and support long-term TMJ health.
Every TMJ case is unique. Our approach begins with a detailed assessment of your jaw mobility, tension patterns, and bite alignment. Botox is precisely administered to relax specific muscles like the masseter and temporalis, relieving pain while maintaining natural movement and facial symmetry.
Our clinic offers a calm and professional setting for your Botox treatment. In a relaxed environment, clients can feel comfortable and confident knowing they’re receiving safe, evidence-based care tailored to their TMJ needs.
Our calm, restorative space is designed to help you relax from the moment you arrive. Gentle lighting, quiet surroundings, and skilled hands create the ideal atmosphere for healing, allowing the jaw and surrounding muscles to soften and recover naturally.
If you’ve been experiencing jaw pain, tightness, or difficulty moving your jaw, you might have a condition called Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD). This is a problem with the joints and muscles that control jaw movement. It can cause discomfort, headaches, jaw clicking, or even trouble chewing. One solution that’s becoming more common for TMD and jaw tightness is Botox, yes, the same Botox used for wrinkles!
Botox is a treatment that involves injecting a tiny amount of botulinum toxin (a protein) into specific muscles. While it’s known for smoothing wrinkles, Botox has also been used for many years to treat medical conditions, including jaw tension and TMD.
Botox works by relaxing the muscles around your jaw that might be too tight or overactive. In TMD, these muscles can cause pain and stiffness. When Botox is injected into the right areas, it blocks the signals that make the muscles contract too strongly.
Botox helps to decrease involuntary muscle spasms in the jaw. These spasms can occur when the muscles are overworked or stressed, and they contribute to tightness and pain. By blocking the signals from the nerves to the muscles, Botox helps reduce spasms.
Many people with TMD tend to clench their jaws or grind their teeth, often unconsciously, especially while sleeping. Botox can help limit this clenching by relaxing the muscles that are doing the most work, which results in less pressure on the TMJ area.
With the muscles relaxed, there’s less strain on the TMJ and surrounding structures. This can lead to a decrease in pain, headaches, and other symptoms caused by muscle tension.
Overactive jaw muscles can clench involuntarily throughout the day and night. Botox relaxes the masseter and temporalis muscles to reduce grinding and protect the jaw.
Tight jaw muscles put stress on the TMJ joint, causing daily discomfort. Botox reduces muscle tension, helping ease jaw pain and improve comfort during movement.
Clenching often refers pain into the temples and forehead. Botox decreases jaw muscle overactivity, lowering the intensity and frequency of tension headaches.
Muscle tightness can make it hard to fully open the mouth. Botox softens overworked muscles, allowing a more natural and comfortable range of motion.
Chronic clenching can cause the masseter muscles to enlarge over time. Botox helps slim and soften the jawline by reducing excess muscle activity.
Tight jaw muscles alter the mechanics of the TMJ joint, creating clicking or popping. Botox reduces strain on the joint, helping improve alignment and function.
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Michelle Collenut RN
Michelle brings over 20 years of nursing experience to MyoCare, and a gentle injection technique to support her handy work. She attained a Medical Aesthetics certificate for nurses in early 2023, and has been working in the medical aesthetics field since, mentoring under Dr. Paul Cohen at Rosedale Dermatology. She knows what it means to carve out self-care, which is why she aims to couple injections with spa-like touches, ensuring you feel cared for and supported throughout your health journey. Michelle has taken extra training in the treatment of the muscles of the TMJ, in order to provide long term relief from pain and tension with a educated touch.
Our process is simple and quick. Your Nurse will:
When Botox is used to treat Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD), the relief from muscle tension and pain typically lasts between 3 to 6 months.
In short, Botox provides temporary relief, and while it doesn’t cure TMD, it can offer significant improvement in pain and muscle tension for several months. Regular treatments can help keep the symptoms under control.
It usually takes about 3 to 7 days after the injection for Botox to start taking effect, as the muscles gradually begin to relax.
After the muscles are relaxed, the relief can last for 3 to 6 months. The exact duration can vary from person to person, depending on factors like:
Over time, as the Botox effect wears off, muscle activity in the jaw may gradually return. Many patients find that they need repeat treatments every 3 to 6 months to maintain the benefits and continue relieving their TMD symptoms.
Botox for Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders can be a highly effective treatment, but not everyone with TMD is a good candidate. Here are some factors to consider when determining if Botox might be right for you:
Yes. Botox is considered safe for TMD when performed by trained professionals. It works by relaxing overactive jaw muscles, reducing strain on the TMJ joint without affecting your ability to speak or chew normally.
You may notice mild softness when biting or chewing tough foods, but this is temporary. The goal is to reduce excessive tension, not to limit jaw function.
Most patients feel relief within 7–14 days, with results lasting 3–4 months. Regular treatments can help stabilize symptoms over time.
The injections use very fine needles, and discomfort is minimal, often compared to a quick pinch. Most patients continue their day normally right after treatment.
Yes. By reducing tension in the masseter and temporalis muscles, Botox can significantly lower the frequency and intensity of tension-based headaches.
Absolutely. Botox targets only the areas responsible for excessive clenching and grinding. You can chew, speak, and move your jaw normally.
It varies by individual jaw strength and clenching severity. Your practitioner will assess your masseter and temporalis muscles to determine the right dose.
Side effects are rare. Some may experience brief swelling, mild bruising, or tenderness at the injection site, which resolves quickly.
Yes. For patients with enlarged masseter muscles from clenching, Botox can create a softer, more tapered jawline over time.
No downtime. You can return to work or daily activities immediately after treatment.
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