Botox is an FDA approved purified protein which is injected into targeted muscles and temporarily blocks nerve signals that cause muscle movements, essentially relaxing the muscle which reduces or eliminates fine lines and wrinkles.
Within 3-5 days of the Botox injection, the treated facial muscles become temporarily relaxed, causing the overlying skin to lay flat and unwrinkled. The untreated facial muscles contract in a normal fashion allowing facial expressions to be unaffected.
The Facts:
- Botox treatments only take a few minutes depending on the number of injections needed.
- The effects of treatment last for approximately 3 months.
- The use of Botox is very safe, however, as with any medical procedure there are possible risks and side effects to be aware of when using Botox.
- Patients will begin to see results from their Botox treatment from 3-5 days following the procedure.
What’s Involved in Botox TMJ Therapy and Treatments?
If you have TIMJ Syndrome, headaches, or migraine pain, and your healthcare professional determines you are a candidate for this treatment, your specific diagnosis and the severity of your condition will dictate how much Botox you will require.
Botox is injected into the affected head and neck muscles. Botox blocks nerve signals that cause muscle movements, essentially relaxing the muscles and reducing or eliminating facial pain.
Botox injections take only a few minutes and will remain effective for up to 3 months. Pain symptoms may return 3 months after your initial treatment. With a series of treatments, Botox can retrain your muscles to relax and you will notice your symptoms resolve for longer periods of time.
You will also notice your facial esthetics will considerably improve. Facial wrinkles will disappear following the treatment. The jaw may even slim down, creating a beautiful esthetic effect.
Your healthcare professional will help you feel great and look great all in the same treatment.
The Facts:
- Botox treatment for TMJ typically takes just a few minutes depending on the number of injections needed.
- Patients will begin to see results from their treatment with Botox within 3-5 days following the procedure.
- The effects of treatment last for approximately 3 months.
- After 2-3 treatments with Botox, many patients lose the habit which accompanies the repetitive grinding or clenching.
- The use of Botox is very safe, however, as with any medical procedure there are possible risks and side effects to be aware of when using Botox for TMJ treatment.