It’s that time of year when you hear spooky sounds across the Susquehanna Valley, especially at night. More specifically, when something bad can begin happening with your bite. It’s a grinding, grating noise coming from your teeth that causes you some seriously scary pain. Don’t be afraid — ask for help from Dr. Scott Bonomo and your friends at Union Dental Health. (No tricks, only treats allowed.)
Why Choose Botox for Teeth Grinding and Clenching?
We offer Botox in Lewisburg for a variety of reasons, but none more pain-relieving than for jaw discomfort. When you clench and grind your teeth, it can be due to bruxism. This behavior is involuntary and can be very annoying. Bruxism has been linked to a variety of conditions, including:
- Jaw pain
- Headaches
- Migraines
- Chipped teeth
- Tooth enamel deterioration
- Sensitivity in your gums
While you may have heard about injections to erase your fine lines, Botox (short-hand for botulinum toxin) is also FDA-approved to help alleviate these conditions when conventional approaches don’t work.
What to Expect with Botox® Therapy
There’s a reason our advanced dental office in Lewisburg is becoming the Susquehanna Valley’s go-to destination for bruxism management using Botox therapy. Kristen Snyder, RN, is a highly-trained aesthetic nurse skilled in administering treatments to stop aches and pains before they start. She can help ease tense muscles to reduce clenching and grinding for complete relief in about one to three days post-visit with Kristen. The good news is that your effects could last for three to six months.
What’s Causing Your Teeth Grinding and Clenching?
Bruxism is more common than you might think. One of the biggest reasons it occurs is because of stress. When your anxiety is in high gear, your body can tense up, burdening your jaw. Clenching and grinding also happen while you’re sleeping due to sleep apnea or airway obstruction. It’s also important to know that certain antidepressants, caffeinated beverages, and alcohol consumption can contribute to bruxism.
Are you interested in Botox in Lewisburg? Don’t let fear get the best of you. Be sure to choose a trusted resource like Union Dental Health where you’re getting top-notch care from a professional with the proper training. Please reach out to us online or call our office to schedule an appointment so we can discuss your options.