Botox and Nightguard
Botox, commonly associated with cosmetic procedure, is also an effective treatment in dentistry. It is a minimally invasive procedure that helps with dental and facial concerns. Nightguard are custom-made dental appliance designed to protect teeth and jaw muscles. It can be used during sleep or during stressful day.
Botox Benefit in Dentistry
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TMJ Disorder: reduces muscles tension in the jaw, alleviating pain and discomfort
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Bruxism (Teeth Grinding): relaxes overactive jaw muscles, preventing excessive grinding.
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Facial pain: provides relief for chronic facial muscles pain or tension
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Gummy smiles: improves aesthetic by relaxing the upper lip muscles for a balances smiles
How does Botox works?
Botox is injected into specific muscles to temporarily block nerve signals, reducing muscles activity and relieving pain or improving aesthetics. results typically last 3-6 months and treatment are quick, with minimal downtime. ​
Nightguard Benefits in Dentistry
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Prevent teeth damages: shields teeth from wear, fractures, and enamel loss caused by grinding
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Relieves Jaw pain: eases pressure on jaw muscles and joints
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Improves sleep quality: reduces discomfort and promotes uninterrupted sleep. (must consult with sleep apnea doctor)
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Minimize headaches: decreases tension headaches associated with teeth grinding or jaw clenching
Types of Nightguard
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Soft Nightguard: Ideal for mild teeth grinding or clenching
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Soft/Hard Nightguard: Ideal for moderate teeth grinding or clenching
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Hard nightguard: best for severe teeth grinding or clenching
How Nightguard is made
After consulting which nightguard is best for your condition, custom-fitted nightguard is made by using your impression. After delivering to you, it is monitor of use for couples days/weeks and adjustment is made based on your comfort during usage.
Severe Grinding or Clenching
Severe grinding and clenching can lead to destruction of teeth structure and may even lead to chronic facial muscles pain that can sometimes mislead to mis-diagnosis of teeth condition. Please consult with your dentist for possible botox/nightguard treatment if you are experiencing pain in your jaw/mouth/teeth area even if there is no odontogenic condition.
Schedule Your Appointment
At Goodday Dental Care, we offer a comprehensive approach to senior dental care, focusing on both prevention and treatment. Contact us today to schedule your appointment with Dr. Elies Kim, DDS. Call our Orange, CA office at (657) 282-0078 or fill out our online contact form.