Botox for TMJ is a therapeutic treatment designed to relax overactive jaw muscles that contribute to jaw pain, clenching, grinding, headaches, and facial tension. By targeting the masseter (and when indicated, temporalis) muscles, Botox helps reduce muscle hyperactivity, ease pain, and improve jaw function without affecting your natural facial expression. Many patients notice decreased tension, fewer headaches, and relief from nighttime grinding within 1–2 weeks of treatment.
Recommended Starting Units (Typical Ranges)
Final dosing is always determined by the provider based on anatomy, muscle strength, and symptoms.
Masseter Muscles (primary TMJ muscle)
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25 units per side
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50 units total
