The various pains that arise from temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) can be debilitating. When the muscles surrounding the jaw joint feel tight and the natural movement of the jaw is restricted, a person may experience earaches, migraines, facial pain, and more. In order to reduce this pain immediately, Botox is used as a muscle relaxer. It’s an effective treatment, sometimes eradicating pain for months on end.

Bruxism is the condition that involves excessive teeth grinding and jaw clenching. Essentially the act of chewing without food, bruxism can cause wear and tear to the teeth, jaw, and mouth. As this condition continues, restorative dental treatment becomes necessary. While the restorative treatment is certainly a good choice for the future, an immediate solution for dentists is often a Botox injection. This treatment effectively relaxes the jaw muscles and reduced their impact on the teeth and mouth.

Dentists appreciate and the health applications of Botox and make frequent use of it. However, there is no denying its cosmetic usefulness. That is why they sometimes combine Botox with dermal fillers in cosmetic dentistry. This strategic combination uses the gel-like dermal fillers to smooth skin while still giving the patient complete smiling capabilities. This is part of creating a beautiful smile, a service cosmetic dentists pride themselves on.