Also known as bruxism.
This is a condition relating to excessive and unnecessary teeth-grinding and/or clenching of the jaw. It can occur during sleep or while the patient is awake.
Bruxism is a surprisingly common phenomenon, estimated to affect up to 30% of the population. When the symptoms are mild, people may not even be aware of the condition.
However, in more severe cases, it can result in a series of unpleasant consequences, which could include:
- headaches
- aching/tired jaw
- hypersensitive teeth
- unnatural tooth wear, which could lead to dental work such as crowns, fillings or even tooth replacement
What Causes It?
- stress and anxiety – this is the most common cause of teeth grinding.
- sleep problems like snoring and sleep apnoea.
- taking certain medicines.
The best thing you can do for bruxism is to seek medical attention and have your symptoms evaluated before it causes far-reaching damage.
How Can It Be Treated?
Nurse Susie can inject Botox into the masseter muscle (the muscle responsible for chewing). This relaxes the muscle and therefore you can not grind with as much force as beforehand.
How Long Does It Take To Start Working?
Once Nurse Susie has administered the treatment it can take up to 2 weeks for full results.
How Long Do The Results Last?
Results last 3-4 months. At this time we would recommend you come back to SO Aesthetics Clinic Northern Ireland to see Nurse Susie.