Are there any side effects of TMJ treatments?
All cosmetic injectable procedures carry some risks and potential side effects. During your consultation at Contour Clinics, your doctor will carefully discuss these with you in detail.
Some potential side effects associated with injectable treatments around the jaw muscles include:
- Temporary reduction in jaw muscle strength, noticeable primarily when eating firm or chewy foods.
- Subtle cosmetic changes in lower face appearance, due to relaxation and reduced activity in the jaw muscles.
- Mild swelling, redness, or tenderness around the treated areas.
- Brief and mild headaches in some cases.
- A very low risk of infection, which we aim to minimise through strict hygiene and careful clinical techniques.
Your experienced cosmetic doctor at Contour Clinics will thoroughly assess your individual suitability, clearly discuss potential benefits and realistic expectations, and address any associated risks to ensure you feel fully informed.
Are the TMJ treatments painful?
Most patients find cosmetic TMJ treatments very manageable, describing the sensation as a brief and mild pinch. To keep you comfortable, our doctors can apply numbing cream to the treatment area beforehand. If you’re anxious or concerned about discomfort, additional comfort measures such as stress balls or nitrous oxide (happy gas) are also available if clinically appropriate. Any minor tenderness after treatment typically resolves quickly.
How long do TMJ treatments last?
On average, the effects of your TMJ treatment should last around 3–5 months.
This can depend on how active the muscle controlling the TMJ was before treatment, and how strongly it returns once the treatment wears off. Many patients chose to re-treat their TMJ about every 4 months.
All patients are different. There are no guarantees as to the longevity of the product. Your cosmetic clinician will discuss expected time frames and durations as they relate to you in your comprehensive consultation.
