Stress has been causing you to clench your jaw all day (and night). Now you can’t escape the result of that bad behavior — pain. But you may find relief for TMJ pain by applying pressure and a few simple exercises.
TMJ: How to Find the Relief You Need for Your Aching Jaw (and/or Face and Teeth!)
Your jaw pain may be caused by something bigger than stress.
4 Surprising Uses for Botox That Don’t Include Wrinkles
Most people think of botulinum toxin A, which is sold under the brand name Botox®, as a wrinkle fighter. However, this drug is much more than a wrinkle-reducer. Botulinum toxin A also has therapeutic uses, some of which might surprise you.
Beyond Wrinkles — Why Botox Works for Jaw Pain and TMJ
Most people think of Botox® or botulinum toxin A as a wrinkle fighter, a toxin to turn back time. However, it has become important for treating many problems that have nothing to do with looking good — and everything to do with feeling better, especially for jaw pain and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems.
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