Procedures
Botox for TMJ / Masseter
Botox can be a helpful adjunct for selected patients with clenching‑related muscle pain or masseter hypertrophy.
What is Botox for TMJ / masseter?
Botox (botulinum toxin) can be used to reduce overactivity in the jaw muscles—most commonly the masseter and sometimes the temporalis—when muscle tension and clenching contribute to pain, tightness, or spasm.
Who may benefit
- Patients with clenching-related jaw pain or muscle fatigue
- Masseter hypertrophy (enlarged jaw muscles) associated with bruxism
- Recurrent muscle spasm contributing to facial pain patterns
Botox is not the right tool for every TMJ diagnosis, so evaluation matters.
How it fits into TMJ management
Botox is often used as part of a broader plan that may include occlusal appliance therapy, physical therapy, habit modification, and management of contributing dental factors. When appliance therapy is indicated, we coordinate with your restorative dentist.
What to expect
Treatment is performed in the office and typically takes only a few minutes. Results build over several days, with peak effect often within 1–2 weeks.
Safety & aftercare
Most patients return to normal activities right away. Temporary chewing fatigue, mild bruising, or subtle smile changes can occur, depending on anatomy and dosing. We use conservative dosing and precise placement to minimize risk.