BRUXISM / JAW CLENCHING / TEETH GRINDING

Summary

Bruxism is a pathological condition caused by an involuntary contraction of the facial muscles normally used for chewing. This condition leads to teeth grinding by rubbing the two dental arches together or by clenching the jaws with excessive force.
This condition leads to several aesthetic-functional disorders:
- Direct: dental wear, wear of the temporomandibular joint, hypertrophy of the accessory masticatory muscles with facial deformation.
- Indirect: accessory muscle contractures (neck pain), headache, labyrinthitis, postural problems.

The masticatory muscles are not expressive but pure motor ones. As all motor muscles tend to become larger with their use, this condition therefore creates a vicious circle in which the pathology worsens with increasing muscle trophism.
With advanced injections inside the accessory masticatory muscles it is possible to completely cure this condition by interrupting the vicious circle of continuous use-hypertrophy - wear (functional result) and to restore balance to the face deformed by muscular hypertrophy (aesthetic result)

Key Information

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Price: From £400

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Areas: Jaw muscles

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Time: 15-30 minutes

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Recovery: 30 minutes

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Pain: none

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Frequency: 2-3 times per annum

Additional information

  • Carefully administered, Botox will help relax your jaw muscles, preventing any problematic clenching

  • The botulin works by inhibiting muscles from activating

  • In order to optimise the anti-wrinkle effects of Botox® treatments, a multimodal approach is preferred, both in the very early stages by means of prevention but also when established wrinkles are present.

    We advocate skin health and as such, recommend a commitment to tailored skincare.

    We also recommend regular facials. Furthermore, some clients both in the preventative phase and those with established wrinkles will benefit from dermal fillers, laser and/or skin tightening treatments.

    During your consultation your doctor will discuss other potential treatments that may be of benefit to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

    • Avoid touching or massaging the treated areas to prevent migration of the product

    • Do not apply retinol or Vitamin C for 24 hours after the procedure

    • For the first 24 hours, keep treated area dry and clean, wash with lukewarm water and allow to air dry (avoid using towels)

    • Do not apply makeup around the treated area for 24 hours

    • Avoid saunas, hot baths and jacuzzis for 24 hours post treatment

    • Avoid exercise or sweat inducing activities for 24 hours post treatment

    • Avoid sunlight for 24 hours post procedure

    • As part of your skin health regimen, from 24 hours post procedure avoid direct sunlight on the treated area, using a hat where possible, and with broad spectrum physical SPF 50 and 5 star UVA protection such as the Forlle’d Hyalogy UV protector or ZO Sheer Fluid Broad Spectrum Sunscreen.

    • Brusing around injected area

    • A headache within the first few days after injection

    • A droop or heaviness of the eyebrows, or eyelids

    • Asymmetry

  • Prior to arrival

    A week before treatment stop all use of irritant topical products (Acids, Retinol, Vitamin C or scrubs)

    If you are taking blood thinners, including NSAIDs such as Asprin or Ibuprofen, you should discuss with your doctor whether it is possible to discontinue their use throughout the course of your treatment.

    On arrival

    Dr Sultan will undertake an initial consultation to understand any of your concerns and to review your medical history, after which the treatment area will be photographed. He will advise you of your facial dynamics and the results that Botox® would likely achieve.

    Once a treatment plan is agreed, he will administer the Botox®, after which there will be a number of small red bumps at the injection sites. These bumps usually settle down within hours and within 24 hours, should not be visible.

    Results

    The effects of the treatment commence within 3-5 days and it is normal for it to take between 10-12 days for the full effect of the treatment to become visible.

    We will arrange for a follow up video consultation 12-14 days following the treatment and, if required, we may suggest a complimentary top-up at this point.

    Within 3-4 months of the treatment, we would expect the effects to be wearing off and recommend booking a return visit.

  • The treatment is unsuitable for:

    • Patients who are pregnant

    • Patients who are breastfeeding

    • Patients who have had Botox® in the past and experienced an allergic or hypersensitive reaction

    • Patients with neuromuscular disorders such as myasthenia gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome