Botox for Bruxism Charlotte, NC | Carolina Facial Plastics

Botox for Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) Overview

Treats: Symptoms associated with persistent clenching or grinding, including pain, headaches, tooth damage, and an enlarged masseter muscle

Length: 15 minutes

Anesthesia: None needed

In/Outpatient: Outpatient

Side Effects: Mild swelling around the injection sites possible for a day or two

Risks: Minimal when procedure is performed by an experienced injector

Recovery: Most patients return to regular schedule immediately following the procedure

Duration of Results: 4-6 months

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Treat Bruxism with Botox for Teeth Grinding

At Carolina Facial Plastics in Charlotte, NC Dr. Kulbersh’s ultimate goal as a facial plastic surgeon is to bring his patients the most cutting edge and advanced treatments possible to help them improve their quality of life. Bruxism, better known as teeth grinding, affects millions of Americans, although many don’t seek treatment. There are several non-surgical treatment options for teeth grinding, including one convenient, safe, and effective method is Botox injections. All of our Botox treatments are performed by our experienced team of injectors that includes Heather Bryant, MPAS, PA-C, Amanda Piligian, PA-C, and Courtney Whitley, FNP-C.

The top aesthetic destination of the south, Carolina Facial Plastics, is led by double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Jonathan Kulbersh. With his team of cosmetic experts, a fully accredited surgery center, and a private recovery retreat all located in the heart of SouthPark, Carolina Facial Plastics is known for unparalleled and natural-looking results exclusively for the face.

What Is bruxism?

Bruxism is nighttime teeth grinding or clenching that can cause tooth damage, headaches, pain, and jaw disorders. The clenching is due to overactive muscles that forcefully contract at night. These contractions cause the teeth to grind against each other at high pressures. The traditional treatment of bruxism is a dental guard that is worn at night. This prevents the teeth from touching so they cannot grind against one another. While this may be effective for some patients, it does not correct the underlying problem, which is the contracting muscles.

To learn more about bruxism, please visit ncbi.gov.

How does Botox for grinding teeth work in Charlotte?

Botox for bruxism is a relatively new treatment available at Carolina Facial Plastics. This treatment corrects the contracting muscles, relaxing them to relieve the clenching and grinding. Botox is injected into two of the main muscles that cause the grinding, the masseter, and temporalis muscle. Botox does not affect the patient’s ability to eat, chew, or talk. Most patients experience a resolution of most, if not all, of their symptoms within a week or two after the injections. This procedure is effective for 4-6 months. This five-minute procedure can prevent unwanted teeth clenching, allow for better sleep quality, prevent further damage to their teeth, stop headaches and pain, and improve the patient’s quality of life.

Is Botox for bruxism right for you?

One of our expert injectors will help you determine whether you’re a good candidate for Botox injections to treat bruxism. If you’d like to learn more about how you can overcome your nightly habit of teeth grinding in just one quick office visit, contact our Charlotte office today by calling (704) 842-3644 or completing our online contact form.

Frequently asked questions

How does Botox help lessen grinding teeth at night?

Because teeth grinding occurs due to a clenched jaw muscle, Botox helps lessen the muscle’s ability to clench tightly. When the muscle relaxes, it results in decreased grinding and relief from accompanying symptoms.

How do I know if I’m a good candidate?

You’re most likely a candidate for the treatment if you grind your teeth at night. Pregnant women cannot have Botox injections.

What is the cost of Botox for teeth grinding?

Cost is dependent upon the individual, as the extent of your teeth grinding will play a part in determining how many injections you’ll need. Carolina Facial Plastics works with our patients to provide a cost-effective treatment plan.

Who should perform Botox injections?

An experienced Botox injector should perform this treatment to ensure the best possible result. Our injectors bring a unique knowledge of both function and aesthetics to our patients. We have extensive training and experience working with neuromodulators like Botox to ensure an optimal outcome for all of their patients.

Where is Botox injected?

When Botox is used to treat bruxism, it is injected into the masseter muscles located in the jaw and the temporalis muscle in the scalp. By relaxing the muscles involved with the clenching action, we can reduce the amount of grinding that you’ll be able to do while sleeping.