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Teeth grinding

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Practice Dr. Thomas Ackermann · Herzogenaurach
Bruxism Botulinumtoxin Typ A – Less Pressure. Less Pain. Softer Contours.
Teeth grinding is more than a bad habit – it is an unconscious muscle activity that grinds down teeth, tenses the jaw, and causes headaches. Botulinumtoxin Typ A injected into the masseter muscle precisely relieves this pressure – lasting for months. As a pleasant side effect: an overdeveloped chewing muscle, which makes the face appear wider, becomes visibly slimmer. Medicine and aesthetics in one treatment.
Two effects – one treatment.
Billing according to GOÄ. Reimbursement by private health insurance (PKV) possible in many cases.
What you get from me:
Medical & aesthetic: Pain relief and optical facial slimming in one step
Private health insurance documentation: Upon request, I will prepare the necessary documentation for your insurance
Low pain: Finest Nanosoft needles – anesthesia standard

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Description

Bruxism Botulinum toxin type A: When the Jaw Won’t Let Go

Bruxism – the unconscious grinding or clenching of teeth, mostly at night – affects a significant portion of the population. The consequences are often underestimated: worn tooth substance, temporomandibular joint pain, neck tension, morning headaches. The masseter muscle – the strongest chewing muscle – works with a force that literally grinds down teeth. Conventional treatments like bite splints help and protect the teeth, but they do not relax the muscle.

Patients from Erlangen and Nuremberg, who come to me in Herzogenaurach, often report that they have been wearing the splint for years – but the symptoms persist. Bruxism Botulinum toxin type A addresses a different point: directly at the muscle itself.

Two Effects of Masseter Botulinum toxin type A

Botulinum toxin is injected into the masseter muscle, reducing its activity. This has two immediate effects:

  • Medical — Bruxism Treatment: The chewing muscle can no longer clench with full force. Jaw pain, nocturnal grinding, and associated headaches significantly decrease. The teeth are protected – more actively than any splint.
  • Aesthetic — Facial Slimming: An overly developed masseter muscle makes the lower third of the face wider and more angular. By relaxing the muscle, it slowly reduces over months – the face becomes narrower and softer. This effect occurs gradually and is particularly pronounced in women with a broad lower jaw.
  • Duration: 4 to 6 months for the bruxism effect. The aesthetic slimming is more long-lasting, as the muscle undergoes structural changes.

Why the Combination of Medicine and Aesthetics Works Naturally Here

As a specialist in anesthesiology, I know the masseter muscle from a different perspective than most aesthetic practitioners — it is relevant in intubation, jaw opening, and pain medicine. This clinical experience is incorporated into every masseter Botulinum toxin type A appointment at my practice in Herzogenaurach: The dosage is individually calculated based on muscle mass, chewing intensity, and aesthetic goal. Someone primarily seeking bruxism treatment receives the same preparation as someone desiring facial slimming — but a different amount, at different points, with a different priority.

Frequent Questions about Bruxism Botulinum toxin type A

+ Can I eat normally after the treatment?
Yes — the masseter muscle retains enough strength for normal chewing. Botulinum toxin type A reduces its activity but does not shut it off. In the first few weeks after treatment, some patients report a slightly altered chewing sensation with very hard foods — this quickly normalizes as the muscle adapts to its new tension.
+ When do I notice the effect against teeth grinding?
The muscle relaxation begins after 5 to 10 days. Many patients notice after just 2 weeks that they have less jaw pain in the morning and sleep more peacefully. The full effect is visible after 4 weeks.
+ When is the facial slimming visible?
The aesthetic effect is slower to appear than the medical one. The masseter muscle reduces over 6 to 12 weeks — the face gradually becomes narrower. The result is subtle and natural because it changes incrementally. With regular treatments, the effect is maintained long-term.
+ Does private health insurance cover the costs?
For the medical indication (bruxism), many private health insurance companies reimburse the treatment — especially if a diagnosis is present and other therapies have not been sufficiently effective. Upon request, I will provide complete medical documentation for your private health insurance. The purely aesthetic indication (Facial Slimming) is a self-pay service.

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Erlangen · Nuremberg · Herzogenaurach

About brand
The Dr. Thomas Ackermann Brand Aesthetics with a medical foundation. This brand stands for a clear conviction: Beauty requires safety. As a specialist in anesthesiology, I combine precise craftsmanship in my private practice in Herzogenaurach with a deep understanding of low-pain treatments and natural proportions.
The goal: your personality in focus. Not short-lived trends, but a timeless, healthy radiance.
The pillars of my work: Safety & comfort: maximum pain reduction Natural look: focus on freshness and recovery Holistic approach: aesthetics meets inner health