If you suffer from jaw joint (TMJ) pain, you understand how debilitating it can be to your quality of life. You may struggle with one or more of these symptoms:
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Tenderness or pain when chewing
- Jaw joint locking open or closed
- Frequent headaches
- Ringing of the ears
- Popping or clicking of the jaw
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) occurs when the TMJ does not function properly, contributing to these symptoms. Because each patient's cause of TMD is different, everyone has different treatment options. Today, we will discuss BOTOX® for TMJ in Scarborough and how it can significantly benefit patients by relieving TMD.
What Is BOTOX?
BOTOX is a naturally occurring toxin associated with the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It is safe in small doses. Our skilled dentists strategically inject BOTOX into the muscles, causing your TMD discomfort. The toxin relaxes and temporarily freezes the muscles, which in turn provides relief from TMD symptoms.
BOTOX injections are simple, minimally invasive, and can be completed in one visit to Dentistry at Alton Towers. Recovery time from BOTOX is minimal, and its effects of BOTOX typically last for three to four months before you'll need new injections.
Why Choose Your Dentist for BOTOX Treatment?
Your dentist is the best candidate for comfortable injections because they administer dental anesthetic injections daily to their patients. Your dentist also has extensive training in facial musculature and anatomy, which allows them to plan precise delivery into the affected muscles.
If you're considering BOTOX treatment for jaw pain in Scarborough, look no further than our dental team at Dentistry at Alton Towers. Our dentists can help determine if BOTOX is the proper treatment for your TMD, and we can deliver comfortable injections to help alleviate your pain.
Contact Dentistry at Alton Towers at (416) 366-8188 for help with TMJ pain management in Scarborough.