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Effective Injection Treatment for TMJ in Northern Virginia
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ) can be a real pain in the jaw—literally! But what if there was a way to ease this discomfort without extensive surgery or medication? Enter non-surgical injections, a treatment better known for smoothing wrinkles but now gaining attention in the dental world for its potential in treating TMJ disorders.
Watch Dr. Jenny explain how non-surgical injections can help relieve jaw tension, TMJ discomfort, and chronic migraines.
Learn how this non-surgical treatment works, what to expect, and whether it might be the right option for you.
Understanding TMJ
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders(TMJ) refer to a range of conditions that affect the joint connecting your jawbone to your skull. Common symptoms of TMJ disorders include jaw pain, difficulty chewing, and clicking or locking of the jaw joint. These symptoms can significantly affect daily life, causing discomfort and inconvenience.
What Is it?
In modern dentistry, non-surgical muscle-relaxing treatments are gaining recognition for both aesthetic and therapeutic use. Providers like Dr. Jenny in Northern Virginia are trained to administer these treatments to help address a range of dental and facial concerns—including jaw joint discomfort (TMJ disorders). By gently relaxing overactive muscles, this approach can relieve tension and reduce pain associated with TMJ.
Commonly used in cosmetic procedures to smooth facial lines, neurotoxin-based muscle relaxants are also effective in medical treatments beyond aesthetics. These injectable therapies have been shown to help manage muscle-related pain and reduce spasms, offering relief for a variety of conditions.
Therapeutic Injections in Dentisty
How It Treats TMJ Disorders
For patients experiencing TMJ-related discomfort, targeted muscle-relaxing injections can be administered into the facial muscles responsible for jaw movement. This treatment helps ease muscle tension, reducing stress on the jaw joint and relieving symptoms like headaches and jaw pain. The procedure is minimally invasive and conveniently offered at our offices in Arlington and Woodbridge, Virginia.
The Procedure:
What to Expect
Our TMJ injection therapy is a quick, in-office procedure performed by Dr. Jenny Shulsky at our Arlington and Woodbridge locations. The process is designed to be efficient and comfortable, typically completed in under 30 minutes. Here’s what it involves:
Consultation: Dr. Jenny conducts a thorough evaluation to determine if muscle-relaxing injections are right for your TMJ symptoms.
Preparation: The target areas around the jaw and face are cleaned and prepped for treatment.
Injection: Small, precise doses of a muscle-relaxing agent are administered to key points to help relieve tension.
Aftercare: Most patients resume normal activities immediately, with a few simple aftercare instructions provided.
This minimally invasive treatment is ideal for patients with tight schedules who are seeking relief from jaw pain, clenching, or TMJ-related headaches.
Benefits of Injection Therapy for TMJ Relief
Patients in Woodbridge, VA experiencing jaw discomfort or TMJ-related symptoms may find significant relief through non-surgical muscle-relaxing treatments. Key benefits include:
Effective Pain Relief:
Botox can significantly reduce the chronic pain and discomfort associated with TMJ.
Improved Function:
Patients often experience an improvement in jaw movement and function needed for everyday life.
Accessibility:
With numerous qualified dental professionals in Arlington, accessing treatment is convenient.
Non-Surgical:
Botox offers a minimally invasive, safe, and effective alternative to surgical interventions.
Minimal Downtime:
The procedure requires no recovery time, allowing patients to continue with their daily activities immediately.
Slimming effect:
Botox for TMJ can create a slimming effect with masseter botox injections. Talk to Dr. Jenny about your options
Why Choose Dr. Jenny at Virginia Braces and Invisalign Center?
Dr. Jenny and her team at Virginia Braces and Invisalign Center are dedicated to providing personalized, effective solutions for TMJ disorders. Her expert use of therapeutic injections for TMJ treatment reflects a commitment to the latest in dental technology and patient care. Dr. Jenny provides Botox at both our Woodbridge and Arlington locations.
TMJ Treatment with Muscle-Relaxing Injections FAQs
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The injections are quick and any discomfort is typically minimal and temporary.
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The effects can last anywhere from three to six months, after which repeat treatments may be necessary.
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Like all medical treatments, the injections can have side effects, although serious side effects are rare. Common side effects include temporary bruising or swelling at the injection site.
Schedule Today!
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Office Locations
Arlington
200 N. Glebe Rd #128 Arlington, VA 22203.
Call : 703-522-2225
Woodbridge
4335 Ridgewood Center Dr Woodbridge, VA 22192
Call : 703-590-6966