Dental Botox for teeth grinding. Bruxism. WIll it change the look of my face at all?

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I would love to have Botox to stop my teeth grinding . I have spent a fortune on my teeth over the years and I am extremely harsh on them. I even bite down hard on my splint at night which is not good for my front crowns. Wondering how successful is it ? Will it change to look of my face at all ? And how do I find someone who has a lot of experience either in Brisbane or Sydney . I am flying to Sydney in the morning and would love to get it done whilst I'm there if possible .

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

It could with repeated treatments. Your jawline may become less squared and more tapered. However, it's important to talk to your injector about the effects if you are concerned.

Donald B. Yoo, MD, FACS · Answer

One of the four muscles involved in chewing, the masseter muscle, is targeted during treatment with Botox.  When this muscle is unable to contract, it will reduce strain and bruxism but will also cause the muscle to become smaller over time.  With serial treatments, the jawline and lower third of the face will become slim and more tapered.

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

We treat bruxism with Botox regularly at our clinic very successfully and it has shown a reduction in the muscle activity resulting in less pain and teeth grinding. The masseter muscle (large muscle that moves your jaw) is injected with Botox every 3-5 months depending on the muscle strength. Cosmetically it lengthens or softens the jawline. It is important to go to an accredited injector with a lot of experience. Good luck!

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

Bruxism leads to hypertrophy of the masseter muscles.  When injected with Botox, the masseters shrink somewhat.  It slims the face, making it look less square and more rounded or "upside down" egg shaped.  It is a great treatment for bruxism so I'd do it.  Probably a Facial Plastic Surgeon is your best bet in doing this.

Dental Botox for teeth grinding. Bruxism. WIll it change the look of my face at all?

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Answer: Botox for bruxism may change the shape of the face

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Dental Botox for teeth grinding. Bruxism. WIll it change the look of my face at all?

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