How Does Botox Help Teeth Grinding, Headaches and Jaw Tension?
(By Dr Nishel Patel, Medical Director at Skinesse
)
Have you ever woken up with a tight jaw, dull headache, or facial tension that gets worse when you’re stressed? You’re not alone.
Many people unknowingly clench or grind their teeth — a condition known as bruxism — especially during sleep or periods of anxiety.
Over time, this constant pressure can lead to chronic headaches, jaw pain, worn teeth, and even a wider or more square jawline.
At Skinesse, we see this every week — and one of the most effective, evidence-based solutions is surprisingly simple: Botox injections targeted to the overactive jaw muscles.
💡 What Causes Jaw Tension and Teeth Grinding?
Bruxism often stems from stress, anxiety, misalignment of the jaw, or subconscious muscle overactivity in the masseter muscles (the large muscles at the back of your jaw).
When these muscles are constantly active, they create tension that radiates into the temples and head, often triggering morning headaches, jaw ache, and facial discomfort.
Traditional approaches such as mouthguards or physiotherapy can help, but they don’t always address the root cause — excessive muscle contraction.
💉 How Botox Relieves Grinding and Tension
Botox (botulinum toxin type A) works by relaxing overactive muscles.
When precisely injected into the masseter or temporalis muscles, it temporarily reduces their ability to clench tightly — without affecting your ability to chew or express naturally.
As these muscles relax, patients typically notice:
Less jaw pain and tension
Fewer tension headaches
Reduced teeth grinding during sleep
A softer, more contoured jawline over time
Results develop gradually over 1–2 weeks and last around 3–4 months, with many clients choosing maintenance sessions for continued comfort and confidence.
🧠 The Added Benefit — Headache and Facial Relief
Because the same muscles contribute to tension-type headaches, relaxing them often eases related head and neck discomfort.
Patients frequently describe a sense of lightness across the face and a noticeable drop in daily tension levels.
🩺 A Medical Approach to Aesthetic Care
At Skinesse, all Botox treatments are carried out by Dr Nishel Patel (MBBS MRCGP), an experienced London-trained GP and aesthetic practitioner.
We combine medical insight with advanced injection technique, ensuring treatment is safe, effective, and natural-looking.
Whether your goal is pain relief or gentle facial refinement, our priority is functional wellness and confidence — not over-correction.
💬 Is It Right for You?
If you experience:
Jaw pain or tightness
Morning headaches
Tooth wear from grinding
Facial tension worsened by stress
…then a medical Botox consultation may be appropriate.
During your visit, Dr Patel will assess your muscle activity, discuss symptoms, and design a personalised treatment plan to help restore comfort and balance.
📍 Visit Skinesse
Located in Gerrards Cross, South Bucks, Skinesse is a trusted medical aesthetics and skin clinic specialising in:
Anti-wrinkle and facial rejuvenation
Medical Botox for jaw tension and headaches
Dermal fillers and polynucleotide skin repair
Advanced skin and confidence treatments
To learn more or to book your consultation, visit www.skinesse.co.uk
.