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Chronic facial pain is often lumped together with headaches. However, it has its own set of underlying causes, and its own treatment options. Dr. Zatt offers Botox injections specifically targeted to the muscles and nerve pathways involved in facial pain, tailored to your individual diagnosis.
Depending on your specific diagnosis, Botox injections can be used to calm overactive facial and jaw muscles, reduce nerve-related facial pain, or address pain associated with conditions such as temporomandibular (TMJ) dysfunction and certain facial neuralgias. Injection sites and technique are chosen based on the specific pattern and source of your pain.
Every treatment plan begins with a full evaluation to identify the specific source of your facial pain and confirm that Botox is an appropriate option. Treatments are performed in-office and are typically quick, with results building over the days and weeks that follow. As with any Botox treatment, dosing and injection sites are adjusted over subsequent visits based on your individual response.
This treatment may be appropriate if you:
Facial pain refers to pain felt in the face, the jaw, or around the eyes. It can occur on its own or alongside a headache or migraine, and it has its own set of causes and treatments – these include targeted Botox injections.
It depends on the treatment and the diagnosis. Botox therapy typically builds over the first one to two treatment cycles, roughly 6 months. At times, it may take up to three treatment cycles for Botox to take full effect. Dr. Zatt will walk you through a realistic timeline for your specific treatment plan.
Facial pain is treatable. Let’s talk about whether Botox fits your specific situation.
