Jaw Botox can do more than relieve pain. For many patients, treatment with Botox injections to the masseter and temporalis muscles produces visible changes to facial contours alongside meaningful, lasting relief from chronic jaw pain, headaches, and clenching. See for yourself.
This patient received Botox injections to the masseter and temporalis muscles to treat chronic jaw clenching and associated headaches. The after photo was taken following three Botox sessions. Notice the softening of facial contours in the jaw and temple areas as the overactive muscles responded to treatment. He reported relief from jaw pain and headaches after his very first session, with results continuing to improve over time.
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If it were possible to give 6 stars… I would. I have had clenching issues for years with overdevelopment of the musculature used to chew. Not to mention constant headaches and multiple broken crowns due to such a heavy clenching force. Dr. Mahmood took one look at me and informed me that he had the perfect treatment for ALL OF MY ISSUES. It still shocks me how much better my bite relationship feels, how much better the musculature in my temple region and lower jaw region appear, and how my continual headaches have literally disappeared.
The treatment: BOTOX into the closing musculature of my jaws. I fly from Phoenix, Arizona just to be seen by Dr. Mahmood and to be quite honest, he is more than worth the time and cost of airfare. I can’t say enough about how much better this has made my quality of life and the quality of my sleep. I was clenching so hard at night that I literally would wake up from the pain. Thank you a million times to Dr. Mahmood for his expertise, diagnostic skill and professionalism. I am extremely happy and very impressed.
You may benefit from Botox injections to the masseter and temporalis muscles if you experience any of the following:
Before treatment, your surgeon will perform a detailed consultation to confirm Botox is the right solution for your specific needs. We will discuss your medical history, any medications you are taking, and map out the precise injection sites required to achieve your goals. You should avoid blood-thinning medications for a few days before the procedure, as this can minimize the potential for bruising. The entire treatment plan will be customized to ensure optimal results.
The Botox procedure is performed quickly in our comfortable office. Your surgeon will use a very fine needle to administer small, precise amounts of the product into the targeted muscles. The injections are generally well-tolerated, with many patients reporting only a slight pinch. No Anesthesia is typically required, though a topical numbing cream may be applied for comfort. The total treatment time usually takes less than 30 minutes, allowing you to quickly return to your day.
There is no required downtime after your Botox injections. You may notice minor temporary redness, swelling, or pinpoint bruising at the injection sites. It is important to avoid rubbing or massaging the treated areas and to refrain from strenuous exercise for the first 24 hours. The full therapeutic effects of Botox typically appear within 3 to 14 days and last for approximately 3 to 4 months, at which point a follow-up appointment is recommended.
