Botox for TMJ

If you experience jaw pain, clenching, grinding, or tension headaches, your TMJ (temporomandibular joint) may be under stress. Botox offers a gentle, non‑surgical way to relax overactive jaw muscles, reduce discomfort, and protect your teeth from damage caused by grinding. At Marina Klappas DDS, P.C., we use precise, conservative dosing to relieve symptoms while maintaining natural movement.

Botox for TMJ involves placing small, targeted injections into the jaw muscles responsible for clenching and grinding — most commonly the masseter and temporalis muscles. By relaxing these muscles, Botox reduces jaw tension, minimizes pain, and can even help prevent wear on your teeth.

TMJ Botox appointments are quick and comfortable. We begin with a consultation to understand your symptoms, then place precise injections into the overactive jaw muscles. Most patients describe the sensation as a brief pinch. There’s no downtime, and you can return to normal activities immediately. Relief typically begins within a few days and continues to improve over the next 1–2 weeks.

Dr. Klappas takes a conservative, therapeutic approach to TMJ Botox, focusing on comfort, function, and natural movement. Patients appreciate her gentle technique, clear communication, and ability to reduce pain without altering facial appearance.

We serve patients throughout Williston Park, East Williston, Mineola, Roslyn, and the greater Long Island community seeking safe, effective relief from jaw tension and grinding.