If you suffer with the painful symptoms of TMD, Dysport may be a solution for you.

Treatment for TMD with Dysport | Dentist

You Don't Have to Live with Jaw Pain. We Can Help.

Treatment for TMD and Bruxism

Are you experiencing frequent headaches, especially in the morning? Do you ever feel pain or tenderness when you’re chewing? Have you noticed wear on your teeth from clenching and grinding them at night?

If you answered yes to any of these scenarios, you may be suffering from a jaw joint (TMJ) disorder known as temporomandibular disorder (TMD). At Bell Hill Dental, one way we provide TMJ relief in Dunedin is with Dysport injections.

Here’s what you should know about Dysport and how it provides relief for TMD.

What is TMD?

TMD occurs when your TMJ muscles aren’t functioning properly. TMD can cause a host of symptoms, and many people suffer from multiple concerns, which can significantly impact their quality of life. Here are some of the symptoms you may experience if you suffer from TMD:

Neck and shoulder pain
Pain or tenderness when biting or chewing
Jaw locking open or closed
Jaw joint clicking or popping
Frequent headaches or migraines
Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)

The Procedure: Dysport Injection Steps at Bell Hill Dental

Here’s the step-by-step process of achieving jaw pain relief in Dunedin with Dysport.

Digital Assessment

Our dentists will use digital x-rays, photos and a thorough exam to diagnose your TMD. Finding the root cause of your TMD is the best way for our dentists to make the most beneficial treatment recommendations for your needs.

The Injection Process

Working with your dentist for Dysport injections makes sense as your dentist is fully trained in facial anatomy, structure and musculature. Your dentist also has expertise in delivering comfortable injections, as they do this daily with dental procedures.

Post-Treatment Care

Our dentists will follow up with you after treatment to ensure that the Dysport injections were effective in relieving your TMD symptoms. We may recommend additional treatment options to complement your injectables and achieve the best results from your TMJ treatment in Dunedin.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr Elaine Neil BDS dentist in Dunedin Otago

Dr Elaine Neill BDS
Practice Owner

Elaine graduated from the University of Otago in 1992 and gained the sought after position of Dental Housesurgeon at the Dunedin Public Hospital. Here she gained valuable experience in surgery and emergency dental procedures. She was honoured with an appointment as a Clinical Tutor at the School of Dentistry, where she thoroughly enjoyed teaching and working with students until she bought Bell Hill Dental in December 1995.

The practice has grown from two surgeries to five, and this growth is a testament to Elaine’s philosophy of treating everyone as equals in ...

Why Choose Dysport for TMJ Relief?

Dysport uses small, safe amounts of a neurotoxin to temporarily ‘freeze’ the muscles that contribute to TMD symptoms and keep them from contracting. This provides relief from TMD for some patients. The effects of Dysport injections typically last three to four months before you’ll need treatment again.

Ally, our certified injectable provider and experienced dentist, can complete the injections during a single visit to our dental clinic, with minimal downtime afterwards. Most patients begin to experience some relief in the first few days after their injections, with full results taking about two weeks to develop.

Talk with Our Team

The first step towards learning more about TMD is to arrange an evaluation with one of our dentists. You can request a visit online or call our team on (03) 477 8387. We look forward to helping you find relief.

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