There are several options to consider for the treatment of your TMD/Bruxism. These should be discussed in consultation with your Dentist as they are the only people qualified to assess all aspects of the condition and help you determine the most appropriate choice for your individual circumstances.
Available treatment options address different aspects of the condition depending on the cause and they vary in cost, complexity and the expected results, including how long results last and potential complications. While no single treatment has proved universally effective for all patients, many patients need to try several treatment methods before finding relief of their symptoms. Sometimes treatment is ineffective in providing relief.
Current treatment options are:
- Pain/Relaxation/Anti-inflammatory medications
- Oral appliances called splints or bite /night guards
- Massage/Manipulation/Exercise of the TMJ and associated muscles
- Orthodontics (braces) and dental work/bite adjustment/physiotherapy
- BOTOX injections into the muscles of mastication
- TMJ Surgery
If other preventative treatments haven’t eased your chronic migraine symptoms, it is reasonable to consider dental Botox in Calgary NW as a treatment since it is quick, low risk and it may be the answer to more symptom free days.
Note that some private drug plans will pay for Botox migraine treatments, so it’s a good idea to check with them in advance. Dentists strongly recommend using the most conservative, reversible treatment possible so as to not further contribute to the problem.