Pain Management Services in Brookline MA

Longwood Dental Group provides Pain Management Care Services. We treat pain caused by teeth clenching,grinding, and TMJ.

What is TMJ?

TMJ, which is short for temporomandibular joint disorder, is caused by an issue with the joints connecting the jaw to the skull. The exact reasoning behind why some develop TMJ and others do not is difficult to determine, and can be due to a range of different causes such as injury, genetics, or more.

TMJ Causes

The exact reasoning behind why some develop TMJ and others do not is difficult to determine, and can be due to a range of different causes such as injury, genetics, arthritis, or other types of trauma.

Botox for TMJ & Pain Management at Longwood Dental Group

Botox is a recognized treatment effective in relieving TMJ and Teeth Grinding. At Longwood Dental Group, Botox is used to relieve the pain triggered by jaw muscles. It is used to relieve teeth clenching and excessive teeth grinding and reduces the damage and discomfort to teeth, jaw and gums. Botox is also used to prevent frequent headaches and migraines. If you’re a frequent sufferer of head or jaw pain, Botox may be right for you.

Treating:

TMJ disorders
Muscle pain of the face, head and neck
Bruxism
Primary headaches (tension-type headaches, migraines)
Neuropathic pain

Common Symptoms Include:

Facial Pain
.Jaw pain
Jaw sounds
Jaw dysfunction (troubles chewing, speaking, opening the mouth)
Headaches
Neck pain
Intraoral pain not caused by dental problems
Teeth clenching/grinding

Treatments We Provide:

Diagnostic consultation
Self-care and counseling
Pharmacotherapy
Oral appliance therapy
Injection therapy (local anesthetic – Botox)
Simple physical therapy procedures