Blog - TMJ & Bruxism Treatment

TMJ is short for temporomandibular joint. These hinge-like constructions sit close to the ears and allow for chewing, speaking, and yawning. When these joints are damaged or don’t function as they should, it can negatively impact your well-being and oral health. TMJ is often used to describe disorders of these joints and not just the joints alone.

Fortunately, your dentist in ...

BOTOX® relaxes the muscles around the TMJ, putting the joints at partial rest and giving them a chance to heal. BOTOX can also alleviate pain and curb bruxism (teeth grinding), which may contribute to or cause TMJ.

Your dentists in Brandon, FL, offer various treatments for TMJ, including BOTOX injections.

What Is TMJ?

TMJ is a quick way to say temporomandibular ...