Release tension. Protect your smile. Restore your rhythm. At Vigée Dental, TMJ Botox, also called jaw Botox or masseter Botox, relaxes the overworked chewing muscles behind chronic jaw pain, clenching and grinding. It bridges restorative dentistry and therapeutic care: by treating the muscular root of your discomfort, we help you move from constant tension to a jaw that feels at ease.
A nightguard protects your teeth, but it does not stop the muscle from firing. Botox for TMJ works at the source by temporarily relaxing the masseter and temporalis muscles responsible for:
The masseter is the strong muscle at the angle of the jaw that you can feel bulge when you bite down. In people who clench or grind, it works far more than it should, day and night. Masseter Botox reduces the force of that contraction without affecting your ability to talk, chew or smile. Over time the muscle can also become smaller, which softens the width of the lower face.
We don't just treat symptoms; we assess the entire oral-facial system. During your TMJ Botox consultation, Dr. Nicole Robins, who has additional training in esthetic and therapeutic Botox, evaluates your bite, joint health and muscle trigger points to build a precise treatment plan. Clenching often comes with tight shoulders, so some patients pair TMJ Botox with trap Botox. Explore all of our Botox treatments in Calgary, including cosmetic Botox.
If you find yourself constantly "bracing" your jaw or waking up with facial fatigue, you may be a good candidate. Botox for TMJ is a non-surgical option for people who haven't found relief through physiotherapy or mouthguards alone.
Common symptoms we treat:
No. When placed by a trained dental professional like Dr. Robins, Botox goes precisely into the chewing muscles, leaving your "smile muscles" unaffected.
The masseter is a very strong muscle, so it typically needs more units than cosmetic forehead treatments. We provide a transparent, itemized estimate during your initial consultation.
Usually 3 to 4 months. As the muscles learn to stay relaxed, many patients can extend the time between appointments.
Yes. When the masseter muscles are enlarged from clenching, relaxing them lets the muscle become smaller over a few months, which softens a square jawline. Changes in shape take longer to show than pain relief.
Yes. The dose reduces the force of clenching, not normal function. Very tough or chewy foods may feel more tiring for the first couple of weeks.
Usually mild: tenderness or small bruises at the injection points, and for the first couple of weeks chewing tough foods may feel more tiring. These settle as the muscle adjusts.
None at all. You can return to your day immediately after your visit. We simply recommend avoiding heavy exercise or rubbing the injection site for the first 24 hours.
Many private insurance plans offer coverage for Botox when used for therapeutic purposes. We provide the necessary documentation to help you navigate your claims.
