Discover the benefits of BOTOX® for softening facial lines and wrinkles and providing relief for TMJ pain and teeth grinding.
BOTOX® is well-known as a solution to improve facial aesthetics. However, you may not realize its potential to relieve temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder pain and teeth grinding.
At our Dunedin dental office, Dr. Natalia Radzikowski brings her extensive facial anatomy knowledge and dedication to patient wellness to offer BOTOX treatments for aesthetics and TMJ disorder (TMD) relief.
BOTOX is a purified form of the botulinum toxin that, when injected in controlled quantities, temporarily relaxes the muscles to soften lines and wrinkles. The same muscle-relaxing effect can provide significant relief from the often-painful and disruptive symptoms of TMD.
Temporomandibular joint disorder, often abbreviated as TMD or TMJ, is a condition affecting the jaw joints and muscles. It can develop due to factors like stress, injury, and arthritis. Teeth grinding or bruxism is a habit where you clench or grind your teeth and may also be related to TMJ disorders.
TMJ disorder symptoms are disruptive and include persistent jaw pain, headaches, difficulty opening and closing the mouth, and discomfort while chewing. Dr. Radzikowski knows it can be draining to live with these symptoms day after day and wants to help you find relief.
As a dentist, she has an in-depth understanding of the oral and facial structure, making her proficient in diagnosing and treating TMJ problems. She will perform a thorough exam that may include x-rays and an evaluation of your jaw joints and how they function.
Based on her findings, Dr. Radzikowski devises a personalized treatment plan that may include BOTOX to address the cause of your discomfort.
When injected into the affected muscles, BOTOX relaxes them, reducing the tension contributing to your TMJ pain. This can significantly minimize your discomfort and result in a noticeable improvement in your quality of life.
Dr. Radzikowski may also recommend a custom-fabricated night guard to minimize the effects of teeth grinding and relieve stress on your TMJ. Other therapies include relaxation techniques like meditation and yoga, and physical therapy.
You can be confident that Dr. Radzikowski will carefully assess your condition, explain her findings, and work with you on an ongoing basis to ensure you receive the relief you need.
Discover a More Youthful Look with BOTOX
In addition to its therapeutic applications, BOTOX is well-known for its ability to address many facial aesthetic concerns, including
By minimizing muscle contractions in the treated areas, BOTOX softens existing lines and wrinkles and can help prevent new ones from forming. The result is a smoother, more youthful appearance that still looks natural.
The effects of BOTOX can last three to four months, and with regular treatments, the muscles may "learn" to relax, prolonging the effects.
As we age, our skin loses collagen, causing certain facial areas to sag and become thinner. Dermal fillers at TLC Dentistry help combat this by adding volume, plumping up cheeks and lips and making facial features more symmetrical. Several types of fillers are available, and after consulting with you, we will recommend the one that will best help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
Whether you're seeking relief for painful TMJ disorder symptoms or a fresher, more youthful look, Dr. Radzikowski can help you discover the transformative benefits of BOTOX.
Please contact TLC Dentistry, and a friendly team member will be happy to help you schedule an appointment.
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