Treatment for Teeth Clenching (Teeth Grinding)

In today's stressful world, although there are many ways to cope with stress, teeth grinding has increased day by day. Some of our patients are aware of this. However, people who do not listen to themselves try to cope with complaints such as my filling broke, my teeth hurt or my jaw hurts. For this reason, when their teeth break or the implant crown comes off or breaks, they can have wrong thoughts such as "Doctor, this tooth you applied is broken or I do not have this crown".

WHAT IS BRUXISM?

HOW CAN A PERSON KNOW IF HE HAS BRUXISM?

• Do you feel pain in your facial muscles when you wake up in the morning?
• When you first open your mouth in the morning, is it forced open like a vice?
• Do you experience pain in your temples and fatigue in your face?
• Have you had any tooth sensitivity or glare lately?
• Do your veneers come off on their own?
• Are your front teeth sensitive, brittle or worn?

If you have one or more of these, you probably have a habit of grinding or clenching your teeth.

WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF BOTULINUM TOXIN APPLICATION IN BRUXISM?

It is the method of applying botulinum toxin into the muscle. Botulinum toxin, which is also applied to the facial muscles, is usually done to eliminate facial lines. It creates a relaxation effect in the muscles and creates temporary relaxation in the masseter muscle. The application to the masseter muscle is effective for 3-6 months. Relaxation begins 3-5 days after the application. The effect period is completed in 10-12 days and the muscle moves loosely.

WHAT SHOULD I CONSIDER BEFORE COMING TO THE APPLICATION?

• If you have a risk of pregnancy, inform your doctor.
• If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor.
• Do you have a tendency to bleed? If so, be sure to tell your doctor about the medications you use.
• Be careful not to wear make-up when coming for the application.
• If you have any contagious disease, warn your doctor.
• Be sure to inform your physician and assistant about your allergies.
• Please inform us if you are using antibiotics or muscle relaxants at the time of botulinum toxin application.
• Warn your doctor about when and where Botulinum toxin was applied.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS AFTER BOTULINUM TOXIN APPLICATION

• Headache, nausea and fatigue may occur,
• Bruising may occur,
• There may be drooping of the eyelids and/or eyebrows,
• There may be double vision,
• There may be redness and/or pain,
• Swelling and/or muscle twitching may occur,
• If you experience allergic reactions (anaphylaxis, urticaria, shortness of breath), upper respiratory tract infections, or colds, please inform your physician.

WHAT SHOULD I PAY ATTENTION TO WHEN COMING TO THE APPLICATION?

• Please arrive well rested.
• Do not consume alcoholic beverages before the application.
• Medicines that should be stopped at least 3 days in advance: ginkgo biloba, blood thinners, green tea, aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (rheumatic) drugs.

WHAT SHOULD I PAY ATTENTION TO AFTER APPLICATION?

• We recommend that you avoid pregnancy or use an effective contraceptive method.
• Avoid breastfeeding.
• After the application, do not lie down, lean forward or down for at least 4 hours.
• Do not massage the application area for at least 1 week.
• Please consult your physician if you need to use muscle relaxants and/or antibiotics.
• If you experience any unexpected effects, please call our clinic and inform your treating physician.

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