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Botox is a powerful tool that dentists typically use to treat headaches and other types of facial pain. One everyday use for Botox in dentistry is for the treatment of TMJ, or temporomandibular joint disorder. This condition occurs when the jaw muscles become too tight, causing discomfort and pain. Dentists such as Dr. Mark H. […]

When Dr. Mark Wright meets patients battling TMJ disorder, most are usually frustrated by taking pain-relieving medications for many years. However, when Dr. Wright asks them whether they have tried Botox, most are usually taken aback. And we understand because most people associate Botox with beauty enhancement. However, the truth is that Botox injections can […]

Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is a condition that affects the joint that connects the lower jaw to the skull. The TMJ helps you open your mouth to chew, yawn, and laugh without any discomfort when it functions normally. However, when the TMJ is inflamed or injured, you may experience headaches, jaw pain, earache, and other […]

Temporomandibular joint pain can be excruciating. It can be caused by poorly aligned teeth that force the jawbones to not close properly. This additional pressure can lead to inflammation that forces the jaws into an unnatural position. The longer the TMJ remains compromised, the more likely it is that you will begin to experience pain […]