Could masseter Botox for TMJ have an effect on the eustachian tube?

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I'm considering Botox for TMJ & I'm wondering if it will have an effect on the functionality of my Eustachian tubes. TMJ has caused frequent ear congestion & mild facial asymmetry, which I'm hoping to address with Botox. Thing is, my Eustachian tubes have trouble equalizing & I worry that once the Botox "sets in" they'll will be paralyzed in an open or shut position until the effect wears off. Is this a rational cause for concern?

Jack Peterson, MD · Answer

The muscles that control your eustachian tubes are locate in your soft palate, primarily the tensor veli palatini and should not be effected by injection of the masseter muscle, which is the muscle usually injected to treat TMJ. I have injected several patients for TMJ and have never had anyone tell me that it adversely effected the eustachian tube function. I hope this helps. Best of luck.

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