Begin with a diagnosis.
Jaw pain and tooth grinding are reasons to seek assessment, not reasons to choose an injection on your own. Symptoms can have different causes, and the appropriate next step depends on what is found.
What the evidence says
The U.S. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research reports mixed results for botulinum toxin in temporomandibular disorders and uncertainty about its effectiveness for these symptoms. It recommends discussing simpler, conservative options first.
Questions before any proposed procedure
- What is the diagnosis, and what could be causing the symptoms?
- What conservative alternatives are appropriate in my case?
- What is the evidence, and what are the risks and expected duration?
- Who will perform the procedure, and what follow-up is available?
Ask Dr. Farah about your specific concern, the available care or referral, and whether the proposed treatment is suitable for you.
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About this information
Prepared for the ASDC website using the clinic’s published information and the patient resources below. This is general education, not a personal diagnosis or treatment recommendation.
Website edition: 4 October 2026. Individual care follows an examination.