Hello. When I was a child I had bruxism for some years. Now, at age 20, I don't have it anymore but I still grind my teeth sometimes, feel lot of tension all day in the jaw, and have a click when I open my mouth. I was diagnosed with TMJ, and I use a mouth guard. The problem is that I feel no release in my pain, and still feel tension. I heard that some people benefit from botox to this problem. I'd like to know if I am too young fot botox, what are the risks and is there anoher alternative.
February 10, 2014
Answer: Botox is excellent for Masseter muscles Your problem is very common and I regularly inject Botox in the masseter muscles. There is no age limit for this type of medically necessary treatment. The injections are very effective and very simple to perform in experienced hands. I have never had any side-effects or complications other than rare cases of temporary bruising or swelling. Start with a mild dose and gradually work your dose up to an effective dose.
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February 10, 2014
Answer: Botox is excellent for Masseter muscles Your problem is very common and I regularly inject Botox in the masseter muscles. There is no age limit for this type of medically necessary treatment. The injections are very effective and very simple to perform in experienced hands. I have never had any side-effects or complications other than rare cases of temporary bruising or swelling. Start with a mild dose and gradually work your dose up to an effective dose.
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February 10, 2014
Answer: Botox for Bruxism I treat patients with Botox for Bruxism, TMJ pain, and jaw pain. Reading your letter, I am not aware of another alternative that you haven't tried. It is very effective for all ages and usually lasts 3-4 months. Some of my patients find that they may not even need to keep up the treatment that often, because of a lasting improvement in tension once the masseter muscle is atrophied. In my opinion, you are not too young at age 20, and Botox has been used in children for muscle spasms.
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February 10, 2014
Answer: Botox for Bruxism I treat patients with Botox for Bruxism, TMJ pain, and jaw pain. Reading your letter, I am not aware of another alternative that you haven't tried. It is very effective for all ages and usually lasts 3-4 months. Some of my patients find that they may not even need to keep up the treatment that often, because of a lasting improvement in tension once the masseter muscle is atrophied. In my opinion, you are not too young at age 20, and Botox has been used in children for muscle spasms.
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