Bruxism

Bruxism it is unconscious and excessive clenching one’s teeth and grinding of teeth, which leads to overload masseter muscles and the temporomandibular joints. Increased muscle activity most often occurs during sleep, which is why many people do not notice the problem for a long time. The symptoms bruxism These may include, amongst other things, wear and tear on the tooth surfaces, jaw pain, facial muscle tension, headaches and a feeling of tiredness upon waking. Treatment of bruxism involves administering botulinum toxin around the masseter muscles, which curbs their excessive activity and helps to alleviate the symptoms associated with gritting one’s teeth.

Treatment is tailored to the individual during a medical consultation, following an assessment of the severity of symptoms and the patient’s condition masseter muscles. Reducing their excessive activity can help to reduce tension in the face and improve the patient’s comfort. In people with particularly well-developed masseter muscles, the procedure may also result in a slight slimming of the lower part of the face.