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Stress and Anxiety: Emotional stress can lead to unconscious muscle tightening, especially at night, as the body responds to anxiety by clenching the jaw.
Bruxism: This is the habitual grinding or clenching of teeth, often during sleep, which increases muscle tension in the jaw and exacerbates TMJ pain over time.
Jaw Misalignment: When the teeth are not properly aligned, it can cause the jaw to overcompensate, leading to excessive strain on the joint and muscles.
Injury: Trauma or injury to the jaw or face can cause lasting damage to the temporomandibular joint, making it more prone to dysfunction and pain.
Arthritis: Degenerative conditions like osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis can affect the TMJ, leading to inflammation, pain, and restricted movement of the joint.
Neurotoxin injections, such as Xeomin and Dysport, provide effective relief by relaxing the overactive muscles in the jaw. When injected into the jaw area, the neurotoxin temporarily paralyzes the muscles responsible for clenching and grinding, reducing tension and alleviating pain. The treatment is minimally invasive, quick, and requires no downtime, making it convenient for those with busy lifestyles. Results from neurotoxin treatments typically become noticeable within a few days, with full relief from jaw tension and pain occurring after about two weeks. Repeat treatments every three to four months can help manage TMJ symptoms long-term.
TMJ disorders often cause jaw pain, headaches, difficulty chewing, jaw locking, and ear pain, which can vary in severity depending on the individual.
Yes, stress and anxiety are major contributors to jaw clenching, as the body unconsciously tenses muscles in response to emotional strain, exacerbating TMJ symptoms.
While many people clench their jaws during sleep (bruxism), daytime jaw clenching is also common, especially in stressful situations.
Botox works by relaxing the overactive muscles in the jaw, reducing tension and pain associated with TMJ disorders, and preventing further damage caused by clenching.
Most patients need treatment every three to four months to maintain relief from TMJ symptoms, as the effects of Botox gradually wear off over time.
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