Face shape may predict botox success for teeth grinders

NCT ID NCT07673471

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Biruni University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether the shape of a person's face influences how Botox injections change bite force in people who grind their teeth (bruxism). Participants with different facial structures receive Botox into the jaw muscle, and bite force is measured before and after treatment. The goal is to see if facial morphology affects the early changes in bite balance, which could help tailor future treatments.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Botulinum toxin type A (Botox)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help personalize Botox treatment for teeth grinding based on a person's facial structure.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study with only 34 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and Botox carries risks like temporary muscle weakness or injection site reactions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bruxism

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BRUXISM OCCLUSAL CHANGES

Contacts and locations

Locations

Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Biruni University

Istanbul, Istanbul, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)

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