Teeth grinding Botox: relieve jaw tension and protect your teeth
Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, is a problem that many people have without realizing it, often at night. Your jaw muscles are overactive, you grind your teeth, and in the morning you wake up with a headache, a tense jaw, or sensitive teeth. Over time, teeth grinding can cause serious damage to your teeth and jaw joints. Botox injections into the masseter muscles is a proven treatment that reduces jaw tension and alleviates teeth grinding, without causing your jaw to lose its normal function.
Botox for bruxism
How does Botox work for teeth grinding?
We insert botox into the masseter muscles on either side of your face. The muscles relax, reducing the force with which you grind. You can still move and eat your jaw normally, but the overactive grinding is inhibited.
Results and operation
When will you notice the results?
Many women notice relief from jaw tension and headaches as early as one week after starting treatment. The full results are visible after two weeks.
How long does the effect last?
On average, Botox remains effective for 3 to 4 months in cases of teeth grinding. Sometimes it lasts longer, depending on the intensity of the grinding and the size and strength of the masseter muscles.
Teeth grinding Botox
Is Botox a medical treatment for bruxism/teeth grinding?
Yes, teeth grinding Botox has both an aesthetic effect (narrowing the jawline) and a medical effect: reducing jaw tension and protecting the teeth. We therefore treat it as a serious medical indication and always perform a comprehensive consultation.
Transparency about costs
What does teeth grinding Botox cost?
The cost of a Botox treatment for teeth grinding depends on the amount of Botox needed and the area treated. Curious about our prices? Check out our current rates.
Find out if Botox is right for you
Are you unsure whether Botox is right for your bruxism or teeth-grinding symptoms? During a no-obligation consultation, we’ll assess your posture, muscle activity, and expectations. Based on that, we’ll recommend the best option for you. Schedule an appointment at Aepril Clinics in Utrecht or Hengelo.
