Teeth clenching and grinding behavior, which occurs due to personal or environmental factors such as stress, depression and fatigue, is a type of disorder called "bruxism" that mostly manifests itself during sleep.
Bruxism, popularly known as teeth grinding or teeth clenching, mostly manifests itself during sleep, but it can also occur involuntarily during the day. In addition, bruxism can cause erosion of tooth enamel, changes in facial shape, difficulties in opening the mouth, sleep disturbance and head and neck pain.
The biggest symptoms of bruxism are the pain felt in the head and neck areas, facial muscles and the side parts of the jaw joint when you wake up in the morning.
Botox injection, which is applied to reduce deep and fine lines on the forehead and around the eyes, is also a preferred method for migraine and teeth clenching problems. Masseter botox, which helps reduce stress and teeth clenching problems by relaxing the jaw muscles, is achieved by botox injection into the chewing muscles, causing this muscle to relax and shrink. Thus, while the strength of the muscles is reduced, squeezing behavior is prevented. In addition, the larger and square appearance of the face caused by teeth clenching is transformed into a more oval or V-shaped appearance with massater botox.
How is Masseter Botox Applied?
Masseter botox is applied by injection without damaging the muscles known as the masseter, the chewing muscle, located between the cheekbone and the lower jaw, and takes 5-10 minutes. It does not require a recovery period. You can return to your daily life immediately after the procedure.
When does the effect appear after the application??
The effect after the application begins in 48-72 hours. The results show themselves after 2 weeks. It remains permanent for 6 months.
How Often Should It Be Repeated?
It is recommended to repeat the botox procedure every 6 months.
Who Can Apply to Masseter Botox?
Masseter botox is preferred in patients aged 18 and over who complain of teeth clenching and grinding, while it is also preferred due to jaw structure and excessive square and round appearance of the face. It is also preferred in patients with complaints.
To whom Masseter Botox cannot be applied?
Botox is not applied to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.
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