Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) Treatment

One of the most common questions we receive from our patients who apply to our dental clinic in Eskişehir is that I clench my teeth a lot while sleeping at night or during the day. This article has been prepared to provide information on frequently asked questions regarding the treatment of teeth grinding problems.

Teeth clenching, medically known as bruxism, is the clenching or grinding of the teeth while asleep or awake. Teeth clenching is a problem that can negatively affect oral and dental health.

Causes of Teeth Grinding

Although the exact cause of teeth grinding is unknown, factors such as stress, anxiety, sleep disorders, some medications and dental irregularities are thought to play a role.

Symptoms of Teeth Grinding

Symptoms of teeth grinding are:

Toothache or jaw pain in the morning

Wear or cracks in teeth

Pain or clicking in the jaw joint

Headache

ear pain

Tiredness

Treatment of Teeth Clenching

Treatment of teeth grinding varies depending on the cause.

In cases of teeth grinding caused by psychological factors such as stress or anxiety, treatments such as stress management techniques or therapy can be applied.

In cases of clenching caused by tooth irregularities, orthodontic treatment can be applied.

Other methods used in the treatment of teeth clenching are:

Night plate: Night plate is an appliance that protects the teeth and relaxes the jaw muscles.

Masseter Botox: Botox helps reduce teeth clenching by relaxing the jaw muscles.

Muscle relaxant medications: Muscle relaxant medications can help reduce teeth grinding by relaxing the jaw muscles.

Preventing Teeth Grinding

Some precautions that can be taken to prevent teeth grinding are:

Learn stress management techniques.

Exercise regularly.

Get enough sleep.

Limit your caffeine and alcohol consumption.

Brush and floss your teeth regularly.

Teeth clenching is a problem that can negatively affect oral and dental health. If you are experiencing symptoms of teeth grinding, you should consult a dentist in Eskişehir and receive appropriate treatment.

Masseter Botox Application in Teeth Clenching

Teeth clenching, medically known as bruxism, is the clenching or grinding of the teeth while asleep or awake. Teeth clenching is a problem that can negatively affect oral and dental health.

One of the methods used in the treatment of teeth grinding is masseter botox application. Masseter botox is a treatment method that helps reduce teeth clenching by relaxing the jaw muscles.

How to Apply Masseter Botox?

Masseter botox application is performed by a dentist or orthodontist. The application is performed under local anesthesia. The dentist or orthodontist injects botox into the masseter muscles with very thin needles. The application takes approximately 15 minutes.

Who Can Have Masseter Botox?

Masseter botox application can be applied to people with the following characteristics:

suffering from teeth grinding

Those with wear or cracks on their teeth

Experience jaw pain or pain in the jaw joint

experiencing headache

Masseter Botox Prices

Masseter botox prices vary depending on the experience of the doctor performing the application, the botox product used and the region where the application is made. You can get prices for masseter botox from dental clinics in Eskişehir.

Advantages of Masseter Botox Application

Masseter botox application has the following advantages:

It helps protect dental health by reducing teeth grinding.

It helps reduce jaw pain and pain in the jaw joint.

It helps reduce headaches.

Aesthetically, it can help achieve a slimmer facial appearance.

Risks of Masseter Botox Application

Masseter botox application has the following risks:

Mild swelling and redness in the application area

Temporary numbness or tingling

Very rarely, limitation of jaw movement

When Are the Effects of Masseter Botox Application Seen?

The effects of masseter botox application are seen approximately 2 weeks after the application. The effects last for approximately 6 months. After this period, the application can be repeated.