Teeth Grinding Treatment in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
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Ease Teeth Grinding and Jaw Clenching
Do you wake up with a tight jaw or aching facial muscles? Perhaps you catch yourself clenching your teeth during the day. Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, can leave your jaw feeling tired and uncomfortable. It can also contribute to headaches and wear on your teeth.
At The Hamble Clinic in Aylesbury, Stuart offers personalised consultations for teeth grinding and jaw clenching. He will discuss your symptoms, assess your jaw muscles and explain whether treatment could help.
The masseter muscles sit on either side of your jaw. They help you bite and chew. When these muscles work excessively, they can contribute to persistent tension and discomfort.
Muscle-relaxing injections, often referred to as masseter Botox, can temporarily reduce the strength of these contractions. This may ease clenching-related discomfort and help your jaw feel more relaxed.
Treatment focuses on reducing excessive muscle activity. It does not address every cause of teeth grinding or repair existing tooth damage. Dental care remains an important part of managing the condition.
Your consultation gives you time to explain how your symptoms affect daily life. Stuart will consider your medical history and any advice from your dentist before recommending a suitable approach.
Personalised Treatment for Jaw Tension and Facial Slimming
Your treatment will be carried out by Stuart Yeates, an independent nurse prescriber with over 20 years of clinical experience. At his Save Face registered clinic, you receive individual care from your first consultation through to your review.
Stuart tailors treatment to your muscle strength, symptoms and facial structure. The aim is to reduce excessive tension while preserving normal function. You will have time to ask questions and understand what treatment can realistically achieve.
Repeated clenching can also make the masseter muscles larger. This may give the lower face a wider or squarer appearance. Where enlarged muscles contribute to this shape, treatment may gradually soften their prominence and create a slimmer-looking jawline.
Facial slimming is not suitable for everyone. A wider jaw can reflect your natural bone structure rather than muscle size. Stuart will assess this carefully and explain whether treatment is appropriate for your concerns.
Whether you are seeking help with jaw tension or want to discuss a change in your lower face, your care starts with a free consultation.
The Hamble Clinic welcomes patients from across Buckinghamshire and nearby Hertfordshire, including Aylesbury, Stoke Mandeville, Weston Turville, Aston Clinton, Wendover and Berkhamsted.
Only 1 treatment is often required to effectively treat yoir masseter muscle. A review appointment is conducted at 3 weeks to assess effectiveness of the treatment and further treatment may be required at this stage.
Following a face to face consultation the treatment procedure will take around 20 minutes.
There is often little to no recovery time following this treatment. You may experience a small bruise following any injectable treatment.
It is common to start to notice results from about 2 weeks post treatment, with full results being evident from 3 weeks. There are a number of factors that can contribute to variations in your treatment length but averagely your results should last 4-6 months.
This treatment is very safe and any side effects from this treatment are extremely rare. You may experience a small raised area or bruise from the injection site which will be temporary. Rarely, you may feel slight weakness when chewing hard foods, but this typically resolves as your body adjusts.
On the day of the treatment you will be advised of the treatment aftercare but you should avoid strenuous exercise and extreme heat for 24 hours post treatment.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if I grind my teeth?
You may notice a tight or aching jaw, headaches or sensitive teeth. Your partner might hear grinding while you sleep. Some people only discover the problem when their dentist notices tooth wear.
Grinding can happen during the day or at night. If you have symptoms, a dental assessment is a useful starting point.
Can Botox help with teeth grinding?
It may help selected patients by reducing the strength of overactive jaw muscles. This can ease muscle tension and discomfort associated with clenching.
It is not a permanent cure for bruxism. Stuart will assess whether it is suitable for you.
Will I still need to wear my mouthguard?
You may do. A dentist-made mouthguard or splint helps protect your teeth from grinding damage. Injections serve a different purpose by reducing muscle activity.
Continue following your dentist’s advice. Do not stop wearing a prescribed mouthguard simply because your jaw feels more comfortable.
Can treatment help with headaches caused by clenching?
It may help when overworked jaw muscles contribute to your headaches. However, headaches have many possible causes. Stuart will discuss your symptoms and may recommend further assessment if they do not appear to be related to muscle tension.
Can this treatment make my face look slimmer?
It may gradually slim the lower face where enlarged masseter muscles create a wider appearance. As muscle activity reduces, the muscles can become less prominent over time.
Treatment does not change the jawbone or remove facial fat. Stuart will assess your facial structure and explain the likely outcome.
How quickly will I notice a difference?
You may begin to notice less muscle tension within around two weeks. Stuart usually reviews your response at approximately three weeks.
Changes in facial shape can take longer to develop. Results vary according to your muscle size, symptoms and response to treatment.
How long do results last?
Stuart’s usual guidance is around four to six months, although individual results vary. Muscle activity gradually returns as the treatment wears off.
Further treatment may be considered following a review of your symptoms and response.
Is teeth grinding the same as a jaw joint problem?
No. Teeth grinding involves clenching or grinding your teeth. Temporomandibular disorders, often called TMD, affect the jaw joint and surrounding muscles.
The conditions can overlap, but injections are not suitable for every type of jaw pain. Clicking, locking or difficulty opening your mouth should be assessed by a dentist or an appropriate clinician.
Are there any side effects?
Possible side effects include swelling, bruising, redness and tenderness. Temporary weakness when chewing can also occur. Stuart will explain all the risks and assess your suitability before you decide to proceed.
How much does teeth grinding treatment cost?
Treatment at The Hamble Clinic costs £200. You can book a free consultation with Stuart to discuss your symptoms and find out whether treatment is suitable for you.
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