Find lasting relief from jaw pain, headaches, and tension with advanced TMJ treatment and therapeutic Botox — precise, comfortable care that restores your quality of life.
Struggling with chronic jaw pain, persistent headaches, or facial tension in Scarborough? These aren’t problems you have to live with. At Smilestry, Dr. Guerra offers advanced TMJ treatment and therapeutic Botox to address the root causes of jaw dysfunction and facial muscle overactivity — delivering real, lasting relief through precise, minimally invasive care.
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to your skull and controls every bite, chew, and word you speak. When this joint is stressed or misaligned, the resulting pain can radiate across your jaw, head, neck, and shoulders — affecting your sleep, your focus, and your daily comfort. Therapeutic Botox works by relaxing the overactive muscles that drive TMJ dysfunction, teeth grinding, and tension headaches, providing relief that goes far beyond what traditional treatments can achieve. Dr. Guerra’s precise injection technique and deep understanding of facial anatomy ensure targeted, effective results with a natural appearance.
Eliminate Chronic Jaw Pain TMJ dysfunction and muscle overactivity are leading causes of persistent jaw pain and facial soreness. Targeted treatment and therapeutic Botox relax the muscles driving your discomfort, providing relief that over-the-counter solutions simply can’t deliver.
Stop Debilitating Headaches Many chronic headaches and migraines originate from jaw tension and muscle clenching. By addressing the source rather than just the symptom, our TMJ and Botox treatments reduce headache frequency and intensity dramatically.
Protect Your Teeth From Grinding Bruxism — nighttime teeth grinding — destroys enamel, fractures restorations, and accelerates wear. Therapeutic Botox relaxes the jaw muscles responsible for grinding, protecting your smile from costly long-term damage.
Reduce Facial Tension and Tightness Overactive jaw muscles create visible tension across your face and can contribute to a square, bulky jawline. Treatment softens this tension, relieving discomfort and restoring a more natural, relaxed facial appearance.
Improve Sleep Quality Jaw clenching and grinding disrupts your sleep cycle even when you’re not aware of it. Reducing this muscle hyperactivity helps you sleep more deeply and wake up without the jaw soreness and headaches that signal overnight grinding.
Step 1: Comprehensive TMJ Evaluation Dr. Guerra begins with a thorough assessment of your jaw joints, bite, and facial muscles. She reviews your symptoms, examines joint function and range of motion, and uses diagnostic imaging when needed to identify the exact source of your discomfort.
Step 2: Personalized Treatment Planning Every TMJ case is different. Dr. Guerra creates a customized plan that may include therapeutic Botox, occlusal adjustments, a custom night guard, or a combination of approaches — all explained clearly so you understand exactly what to expect and why.
Step 3: Precise Botox Administration Therapeutic Botox is administered through a series of small, targeted injections into the masseter and temporalis muscles. The procedure takes only minutes, requires no downtime, and is far more comfortable than most patients expect. Dr. Guerra’s precise technique ensures optimal placement for maximum relief.
Step 4: Initial Results and Monitoring Most patients begin experiencing relief within 5-10 days as the treated muscles gradually relax. Dr. Guerra schedules a follow-up to assess your response, address any questions, and make refinements to your treatment plan as needed.
Step 5: Ongoing Care and Maintenance Therapeutic Botox results typically last 3-6 months, after which a maintenance treatment sustains relief. Many patients find their symptoms improve progressively with consistent care. Dr. Guerra works with you to develop a long-term strategy that keeps you comfortable and protects your oral health.
Our friendly team is here to help with anything you need — from insurance questions to treatment details.
Common signs of TMJ dysfunction include jaw pain or soreness, clicking or popping sounds when you open and close your mouth, frequent headaches or migraines, facial tension, difficulty chewing, ear pain, and waking with a sore jaw. If you’re experiencing several of these symptoms, schedule a consultation with Dr. Guerra for a proper evaluation.
Yes. Therapeutic Botox for TMJ targets the masseter and temporalis muscles to reduce clenching force and relieve pain — the goal is functional relief, not appearance change. The injection technique, dosage, and placement are all different from cosmetic Botox used for wrinkle reduction, though there can be a natural slimming of a square jawline as a secondary benefit.
Most patients experience only minimal discomfort during the injections — similar to a small pinch. Dr. Guerra uses fine-gauge needles and a precise technique to minimize any sensation. The entire procedure typically takes less than 15 minutes with no downtime required afterward.
Most patients notice a significant reduction in jaw pain, headaches, and tension within 5-10 days of treatment as the targeted muscles gradually relax. Full effects are typically felt within two weeks. Results generally last 3-6 months, and many patients find that symptoms improve with each successive treatment.
Coverage varies by plan. Some dental plans cover portions of TMJ treatment, particularly if there is documented functional impairment. Our team will help you understand your benefits and provide documentation to support your claim