Has anyone tried Botox for TMJ jaw pain and constant clicking?

[Anonymous]

I've had ongoing pain in my jaw for about a month now. My jaw has always clicked out of place when I open my mouth wide and I've had days where its hurt here and there but now its just constant pain.

Looking into botox for it have you done this?

[Massageman]

I knew a lady who used Botox (off label) for laryngeal relaxation, before it really took-off in the cosmetic drug industry. The laryngeal use is very closely related to the use for TMJ.

However, I would try intraoral massage first (massage by "pinching" the cheek with one finger inside the mouth and the thumb outside the mouth). We were taught this technique in Massage Therapy school over 30 years ago. Of course, the state in which I have my practice ruled that this practice can only legally be provided by RN's, MD's or higher.

[exitseven]

Botulism id really a pretty amazing poison. It cures forehead wrinkles, migraines, hyperhydrosis, and now TNJ pain.

[exitseven]

Thanks for the MHO😎

[FreyaRed]

If a specialist say so, Botox can help to lower pressure on jaw joint, but I wouldn't try anything without consultation with a doctor who knows his job.
However don't expect instant results. Botox prevents a muscle that has been treated from contraction but this muscle still works like a tense stretch band for a while until this muscle turns atrophic due lack of movement.

[DishLady]

No but I’ve heard several times in professional circles that it works (if you go to the right person and not some syringe-slinging quack.

[jazzy34]

Consult your concerns with your dentist. He or she will give you the best course of action.

[RachyRach]

Have you tried a chiropractor? They can adjust it

[Asker]

No i don't want to be paralyzed.

[EmmaMary]

Just what makes you think you'll be paralysed?

[Asker]

@EmmaMary chiropractors are quacks.

[In_Trance]

Have you tried a chiropractor?

[Asker]

No. I don't know why anyone would believe in them. Its dangerous

[In_Trance]

And botox isn't?

[Iron_Man]

No I don’t need it

[Queenpin4]

Best to consult your doctor. Or dentist.

[_Jenny_]

Nope

[_Jenny_]

@freyared don’t do too many BJs and your jaw will feel better

[FrodoSkywalker007]

No way,!!