What is Bruxism?
Bruxism is a disorder that often occurs as a result of teeth clenching or grinding habits. In patients with this habit, the masseter muscle, which works involuntarily and constantly, develops more than normal. Excessive development of the masseter muscle causes the jaw structure to change and become angular. We call the disorder that occurs as a result of the uncontrolled growth of the masseter muscles in the jaw as bruxism.
So what does bruxism have to do with botox? This is where botox comes into play for treatment purposes in the treatment of teeth clenching and grinding problems and deformities caused by the masseter muscle in the jaw.
What is the Role of Botox in Bruxism Treatment?
Since it is widely believed that botox applications are generally used for aesthetic purposes, the fact that botox is also used for therapeutic purposes can sometimes remain in the background. In fact, masseter botox is an effectively used and preferred method in the treatment of bruxism. In short, botox applications, which function by preventing the functioning of various muscle groups by applying botulinum toxin, are also used in the treatment of bruxism. Thanks to botulinum toxin applied to the jaw muscle, that is, the masseter muscle, this muscle is relaxed and its function is reduced, thus providing treatment for bruxism.
What is Masseter (Bruxism) Botox? Istanbul
Masseter botox; This treatment, also called bruxism botox, teeth grinding or clenching botox, is the process of applying botox to the masseter muscle. As we mentioned above, bruxism, a disease caused by excessive development of the masseter muscle as a result of clenching or grinding teeth, is effective in improving some deformities.
Since masseter botox is a form of treatment, it should be performed in a reliable clinical environment and under the supervision of a specialist doctor in order to avoid any negative situations. Bruxism botox, teeth grinding botox are performed by Specialist Dr. in our clinic in Nişantaşı, Istanbul. It is produced by Muhsine Zeynep Yavuz.
How is Masseter Botox - Teeth Clenching Botox Done?
Masseter botox or teeth clenching botox, is performed by injecting botulinum toxin into the masseter jaw muscle under local anesthesia. First of all, our specialist doctor determines which points of the masseter muscle should be applied to botox. Then, the area to be injected is disinfected and local anesthesia is applied. Anesthesia creams are generally sufficient for local anesthesia. After the anesthesia takes effect, botulinium toxin is administered by injection. Teeth clenching botox is a procedure that can be completed in a very short time, such as 10 minutes.
What are the Benefits of Masseter Botox?
The benefits of teeth clenching (bruxism) botox, also known as masseter botox, can be listed as follows:
- It provides treatment without any incision.
- Teeth clenching or teeth grinding is prevented from damaging the tooth structure.
- Since the pressure on the teeth is eliminated, tooth and jaw pain disappears.
- As a result of the weakening of the masseter muscle, the square appearance of the jaw structure improves.
- The jaw shape becomes oval and aesthetic.
When Does the Effect of Teeth Clenching Botox Begin and How Long Does It Last?
Although the effect of teeth grinding botox begins within a day or two, it takes up to 3 weeks for the real effect to appear. As botulinum toxin takes effect, teeth clenching and grinding problems decrease, and over time, the angular appearance of the jaw structure disappears as the masseter muscle weakens. The duration of effect of teeth grinding botox varies between 3 and 6 months. However, as with all aesthetic applications, bruxism botox must be repeated for certain periods of time. The onset of the effect of Botox and how long it lasts may vary depending on the patient's muscle structure and the severity of bruxism.
How Much are Teeth Clenching Botox Prices? Istanbul
Teeth clenching botox prices vary depending on the patient's muscle structure and how developed the messeter muscle is. Bruxism botox prices are determined after the preliminary examination of our specialist doctor in our Complementary Medicine and Medical Aesthetic Clinic in Nişantaşı, Istanbul. The number of sessions required for the effectiveness of the treatment will affect the clenching botox prices. You can contact us to make an appointment with Specialist Dr Muhsine Zeynep Yavuz and for more detailed information.