Relief From Grinding, Clenching & Jaw Pain — Without Surgery or Downtime

Teeth grinding (bruxism) and clenching are silent habits that can cause serious damage over time. Many patients aren’t even aware they’re doing it—until they notice worn or chipped teeth, gum recession, jaw pain, chronic headaches, or increasing tooth sensitivity. In high-stress environments like New York City, these issues are especially common, as stress and anxiety significantly increase muscle tension in the jaw.

While nightguards and retainers are often recommended, they are only part of the solution. Nightguards can protect the teeth from direct damage, but they do not stop the powerful jaw muscles from clenching or grinding. As a result, the destructive forces continue—often worsening over time.

The Real Source of the Problem: The Masseter Muscle

The primary muscle responsible for clenching and grinding is the masseter muscle, one of the strongest muscles in the body. With repeated overuse, this muscle becomes larger, stronger, and more aggressive—placing increasing pressure on the teeth, gums, jaw joints, and surrounding structures. Over time, this can lead to:

• Enamel wear and tooth chipping
• Gum recession and bone loss
• Jaw pain and TMJ discomfort
• Facial tension and muscle fatigue
• Chronic headaches and neck pain
• Heightened tooth sensitivity

How Therapeutic Botox Helps

Therapeutic Botox directly targets the root cause of clenching and grinding by relaxing the overactive masseter muscle. By safely and precisely weakening this muscle, Botox reduces the excessive force placed on the teeth and jaw—helping to break the cycle of damage and discomfort.

Patients often experience:

• Reduced clenching and grinding
• Relief from jaw pain and facial tension
• Fewer headaches and TMJ symptoms
• Less tooth wear, chipping, and sensitivity
• Improved comfort—even while wearing a nightguard

When combined with a nightguard, therapeutic Botox offers comprehensive protection, addressing both the symptoms and the underlying muscle activity responsible for ongoing damage.

Quick, Comfortable & Highly Effective

The procedure is fast, minimally invasive, and virtually painless. Treatment is completed in just a few minutes during an in-office visit, with no downtime required. Most patients resume normal activities immediately and begin noticing improvement within days.

When performed by a trained dental professional, therapeutic Botox is a safe, proven, and highly effective solution for managing bruxism, clenching, TMJ-related pain, and tension headaches—without surgery or long recovery times.

Protect Your Smile. Relax Your Jaw. Feel the Difference.

If you’ve been told that grinding or clenching is damaging your teeth—or if you’re experiencing jaw pain, headaches, or facial tension—therapeutic Botox may be the missing piece in your treatment plan. By addressing the muscle responsible for the problem, this treatment helps preserve your teeth, protect your gums, and restore comfort and balance to your jaw.d recommendations.