I'm interested in botox for TMJ. I happily get botox in my crow's feet and consider that a vanity expense I am happy to spend my money on, but for a "medical" reason, I would like to be able to have botox covered by my drug/health plan. What type of doctor would do this procedure? Is "Botox therapeutic" much different from "Botox cosmetic"? Any sense of whether benefits would extend to this procedure? I am in Canada, with good coverage. Thank you!
September 17, 2017
Answer: TMJ and Botox I strongly believe in the core specialist related to the primary problem be the treating physicians. TMJ is diagnosed and treated by dentists and oromaxillofacial surgeons and not plastic surgeons or ENT or dermatologist. Just because others can inject Botox, it does not make them the right providers. The basic I follow is what if Botox doesn't fix the problem, then what? who will reevaluate the diagnosis and implement proper treatment, only dentist and oromaxillofacial surgeons.
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September 17, 2017
Answer: TMJ and Botox I strongly believe in the core specialist related to the primary problem be the treating physicians. TMJ is diagnosed and treated by dentists and oromaxillofacial surgeons and not plastic surgeons or ENT or dermatologist. Just because others can inject Botox, it does not make them the right providers. The basic I follow is what if Botox doesn't fix the problem, then what? who will reevaluate the diagnosis and implement proper treatment, only dentist and oromaxillofacial surgeons.
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May 19, 2016
Answer: Botox for TMJ Treating TMJ, jaw pain, and grinding falls in the dental field. This is not about having Botox injection. It is about proper diagnosis followed by a proper treatment plan that "may include Botox". Keep in mind that Botox does not treat jaw pain or grinding. It only give a temporary relief by relaxing the clenching muscles. In addition, teeth clenching (bruxims) is a sleep disorder, Therefore, it is important for you to know if you have other sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea. You can only find out with a sleep test. Dealing with insurance requires proper documentation. The only objective documentation is a home bruxism/sleep test. I do this as a routine for patients with jaw pain. Finally, Botox cosmetics and Botox therapeutics are the same product. It is just dispensed by the manufacturer under two separate categories for insurance purposes. Good luck.
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May 19, 2016
Answer: Botox for TMJ Treating TMJ, jaw pain, and grinding falls in the dental field. This is not about having Botox injection. It is about proper diagnosis followed by a proper treatment plan that "may include Botox". Keep in mind that Botox does not treat jaw pain or grinding. It only give a temporary relief by relaxing the clenching muscles. In addition, teeth clenching (bruxims) is a sleep disorder, Therefore, it is important for you to know if you have other sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea. You can only find out with a sleep test. Dealing with insurance requires proper documentation. The only objective documentation is a home bruxism/sleep test. I do this as a routine for patients with jaw pain. Finally, Botox cosmetics and Botox therapeutics are the same product. It is just dispensed by the manufacturer under two separate categories for insurance purposes. Good luck.
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