Bruxism is the medical term for unconscious teeth clenching and grinding, either whilst awake or asleep. In more severe cases it can lead to physical pain and severe dental problems. Chronic teeth grinding can cause headaches, earaches, facial pain, and even migraines. Dental problems from bruxism include loss of tooth enamel, increased tooth sensitivity, and flattening and/or chipping of the teeth. Some people do this habitually and others do it at times of stress. As the jaw muscles are so strong the impact it has is quite severe on the areas under pressure.
At NU-U our highly trained Doctors inject small doses of Azzulure® directly into the masseter muscle (the large muscle that moves the jaw). The muscle is weakened enough to stop involuntary grinding of the teeth and clenching of the jaw. This significantly relaxes the muscles and reduces the wear and tear on the teeth due to grinding. Damage to the TMJ (temporomandibular joint) and headaches should be reduced or eliminated as well. Voluntary movements, such as chewing and facial expressions, are not affected at all in expert hands.