Bruxism, known as teeth clenching and grinding, is a muscle activity observed in many patient groups. However, patients may often not be aware of this condition. In patients with tooth clenching problems, pain in the head, neck, jaw joint and face may be observed.
Bruxism, known as teeth clenching and grinding, is a muscle activity observed in many groups of patients. However, patients may often not be aware of this condition. In patients with tooth clenching problems, pain in the head, neck, jaw joint and face may be observed. In these patients, shortening of tooth length, wear and accordingly an older facial expression may occur. In cases where there are similar negative effects, it may need to be treated. Jaw botox can be applied in muscle pains caused by tooth clenching. It is reduction of function for a certain period of time by applying botox material to the excessively active jaw muscles. In this period, while there is no restriction in eating and speaking movements, it also removes the problems that arise due to tooth clenching activity.