Love this hairstyle on you!! So fun and flirty. Camera looks great, seems softer on the eyes but honestly it’s hard to tell the difference so either way works great!
Immediately noticed the difference of the camera! I wouldn't say I prefer this over your normal setup, both are great just different lol. I would say the typical setup gives more of a hang out with me and chat vibe while this gives more of a professional talking about professional things kinda vibe.
I get Botox for severe chronic migraine and my neurologist (an expert on this) clarified that the cosmetic and therapeutic doses are totally different and the locations are different as well. I don’t know about TMJ but the 31 Botox injections I get on my head and neck every 3 months has zero impact on my appearance.
This! My boyfriend gets it and it completely changed his quality of life and it doesn’t change his appearance at all. He gets a ton of shots in his face and he has full facial expression and a normal amount of wrinkles for his age.
I recommend seeing a neurologist for headache Botox - they’re more specialized in the locations for that so it might ease your concerns about side effects. I’m having mine done by my neurologist
when you were explaining your lack of skin/muscle movement on your scalp and your partner tested the difference just then and showed you how his feels to really illustrate the difference… i soooo appreciate his curiosity and how it excited you (that giggle and saying yeah… so cute!) and how it got me feeling my own scalp because now im just that much more curious how yours feels comparably and how feeling another’s (his) gave you so much more clarity in the oddity of it… it was so interesting how blown away you were with how differently his felt and how quick you were to understanding that shift in perspective of truly how different it is! Idk if that made sense though yeah i loved this story time, so fascinating!
For those who struggle with constant headaches, consider seeing a neurologist that specializes in migraines. You might be experiencing migraines and not "just tension-headaches". And there are more treatments available nowadays. Including daily medicine for long-term relief, botox and medicine for acute episodes. (Which you can take and still go about your day, esp if taken early enough). I've been tracking my headaches for over a year now and the amount of episodes each month has been halved!
I recently found out I have the opposite problem! Diagnosed w migraines at 12 and now at 23 my dentist said my TMJ has been causing my severe headaches
I experienced daily migraine for 20 years. After trying every medication out there, I finally got insurance that would cover Botox and my life completely changed. It’s 3 years later and I still can’t believe what I’m able to do now.
@@angiek5541 Really?! I'm pretty sure I've got TMJ issues as well (and have gotten a nightguard for it). So I'll be looking to get treatment for that as well eventually. There's definitely a lot of overlap of headache issues and multiple factors that contribute. Like the menstrual cycle, sleep routines, pain signals etc.
This may be dumb Molly, I’m sure you have, but have you been to a special TMJ dentist? I also clench so hard I have broken night guards. I finally went to a TMJ specialist and got special orthopedic mouth guards made. I had to wear one during the day all day except when eating and go back for regular adjusted the orthotic. Then I had a second mouth guard to wear at night and that I still wear at night. It also got adjusted every few weeks. After 6 months I only wear the day time one when I am having pain or feel myself clenching a lot. I swear to anything you believe in the most the pain is night and day different and I can open my mouth to eat an apple. It has been life changing.
I saw a specialist like this when I was in my late 20s. When I started going, I had to go weekly for him to adjust the bite guard, then I went longer in between visits. I also went to physical therapy at the same time. At first it was mostly massage and trigger releases, both of which were quite painful. I could really tell that things were getting better when the massage and trigger releases started feeling good instead of something to just get through!
I get botox for both tmj and migraines for about 2 years now as someone who already has a fully body chronic pain condition. My appointments are with a neurologist who also does aesthetic medicine as well (although I definitely like you Molly, didnt want the aesthetic part) and I see him every 12 weeks which is the most frequent youre allowed to get botox where I live. Luckily its covered by my insurance since im on disability in my province. I get the injections all over my scalp, forehead, temples, 2 inside my mouth at the back, jaw, back of neck and then he does my traps/shoulders with whatever extra botox is left and doesnt charge me for it. It works amazing for me and by my second appointment I was in tears because I didnt realize how bad everything was until it started improving. I realized how abnormal my pain and tension was and to finally be free of it was so incredible. It really was life changing for me. My migraines are basically gone and my headaches are less frequent, less severe and less often. I do notice right directly above my eyebrow it feels slightly frozen for the first 2 weeks or so and that by week 10 I can tell all my botox is wearing off but its so worth it still. I havent really noticed any difference in my appearance which I think is a good thing since I dont care for that sort of thing. I hear they use less botox in general and in different spots when doing it for medical reasons vs aesthetic so maybe thats why. I have noticed that because my scalp used to be so tight it was effecting my hair growth around my bang area and now that the botox has loosened the scalp up, im getting more growth in the area, which is so great as a 26 year old female who was scared when I started losing my hair there around age 21-22. Overall I think botox is worth trying at least if you have migraines or tmj!
I'm so glad to hear such a positive outcome! My neurologist has been recommending botox for my chronic migraines for a while now, so I'm considering it (since most everything else has failed to help)
Ask your Dentist for a referral to a TMJ specialist. They can offer more treatment options, like physical therapy for your jaw to increase range of motion and decrease pain. They can make a different type of sleep appliance as well that might work better for your jaw.
I saw a TMJ specialist in college and he made me a custom retainer that relieved my TMJ. It prevents me from clenching my jaw shut when I sleep. You should find one in your area even if you have to travel to see one a TMJ dentist is worth it.
I don't care about the visual, it's the sound for me that has improved. I think not that long ago, you used to not wear a mic, and it was much harder to hear you. Thank you for updating that!
As a massage therapist I am so glad you know the use of them! Thanks for taking advantage of us! Oh and fun fact, I've seen recently that in ancient times the blind would work as massage therapists! I've heard someone comment on how massage is like braile for anatomy❤ Thanks for all you do and share and uplift❤ you are a true sparkle of light ✨✨✨
same, the audio is good as always, I eyed the light of my screen intensely for a second, but of coarse don’t notice a difference with the light and shadow perception I got left (:
the quality is soooo good. If its not too much of a hassle, use the professional camera! it has such a lovely soft effect and makes your skin look even more insanely flawless.
I have had TMJ for all of my adult life, similar to your description. My best help was from a physical therapist in NH where I live. The PT specialized in head/neck problems. The treatment included ultrasound and physical manipulation. I worked really well, and I repeat the process every year or so. In addition I found a really good clinical psychologist I have now seen weekly for 6 years. These two changed my life. I still have a “bad” day every now and then, but not to the degree that was my “normal’ before starting these procedures. I hope you can find the relief I did!
Thank you so much for talking about tmj I have had this since childhood and have broken my molar 13 which is resulting in extraction. Grinding and locking my jaw for like 27 years and the teeth really do just chip. The muscles hurt daily. It’s so hard to convey.
I like the new camera but your phone is good as well 😊 and thank you for your openness and honesty. I almost just hear from people who do it because of the way they look and for pain release.
I was happy to listen to your review. I used to take fitness classes with an instructor who absolutely went on about it being the best thing that ever happened to her, but I’ve read mixed literature on whether it is actually beneficial. It just seems really expensive for something that may not work. In my case, I’m not aware that either my dental or medical insurance will cover a specific TMJ dentist, as it is a black hole. I have a deviated septum and overbite, both of which apparently contribute to TMJ. I did have an appliance as a kid to help grow my jaw but I guess it didn’t work all that well. I have gone to TMJ PT and found that to be helpful. I go to a neurologist about twice a year and am not a candidate for Botox because I don’t get that many migraines- it’s more tension headaches for me. I am like you in that I am a woman with a square jaw, huge neck, and big traps. I took two months off getting massages and going to yoga to train for a bike trip and even though I didn’t feel a lot of benefit with them, I certainly felt the effects of not having with extreme left jaw pain. I am on my 4th night guard now. I think my main issue is clenching at night and my neurologist just increased my dose of tizanidine at night to see if that might help. I’m still on my first week of the increase, so it will probably take some time to see if it works.
Im very greateful you talked about TMJ and being so SO REAL about it, a few years ago when i started having problems i couldnt find a lot of info or people talking about it in a way you could actually relate to. And its a problem that honestly only gets worse if you dont keep trying to find a way to relieve tension. I went from being able to open my mouth fully with pops or crack sounds, to not being able to open my mouth fully, a lot of tension hurts when i open my mouth, the muscles around my neck are tense but no cracks or pops. Unfortunatelly some doctors, ""TMJ Specialists"", ive seen in the past year say im good because there is no sound, like a pop or crack, ignoring the pain which is worse and the fact that i lost alot of range when opening the mouth, they just suggest use botox as if thats the only or last option, and they even say: you can apply that in any other part you need (like for cosmetics). I think it has just become a bussiness. One even suggested i should get braces (again). I havent tried botox yet because i wanted to basically "run out of options" before trying something that literally stops the normal functioning of a muscle on my face, so I went to a muscle doctor (idk how to call them) and they suggested therapy, cold/hot compress, some neck exercises to relieve tension and the regular use of those special retainers so thats what ive been trying. I always felt unconfortable by people saying thats the best thing they did and making it sounds as simple as: i just went to someone and did it, without sharing the full experience of having it done how they compare before and after doing it.
I think you'd probably mean a physical therapist when you say a muscle doctor. And I don't know if this will shift your perspective but I get general anaesthetic in order to be able to get my botox but the general anaesthetic is much more risky and weird to me than botox. Botox, when you think about it, is making your muscles move more normally because your muscles aren't currently moving normally at all hence the pain and stuff
this is so relatable, my neck/jaw tension is so bad I can barely open my mouth and I also gave myself vocal cord dysfunction from having such a tense neck
I did Botox for headaches after someone talked to me about it. The doctor she referred is a plastic surgeon and a great doctor. He injected in my maseter muscle for my jaw pain, one injection site, but full dose. (I fortunately do not grind my teeth). He also did multiple smaller injections at the base of my skull, for which I had no negative effect. I also didn't like the idea of changing my face and making my jaw slimmer, but the Botox helped. For my neck I finally went a different route and did thermocoagulation because the source of my pain is the occipital nerve, the muscle tightness is more of a result. I did Botox for my jaw a few more times, but the effects barely last three months and even though I only pay half the price because it's for medical purposes (I know, that doctor is awesome), it's still a lot of money for a small relief. I have an appointment with a specialist, so hopefully a better solution will be found for my jaw pain.
I looove this look. The hair colour and cut with the cool tone dark saje green in your shirt AND the cool toned muted brown purple lip goes SO well together❤
Your green sweater combined with the blue wall in the background make your eyes look so so green! Also, love the hairstyle. I also think this video footage somehow doesn't seem as sharp, but other than that I don't see a difference so both are fine.
New camera is nice!! Also I have TMJ issues too. My physiotherapist did physio with my jaw and it was great. The popping has stopped pretty much and it's definitely less painful. I feel like my jaw moves better!
I love how your branching out your content past blindness, I still love your content related to blindness but i also love your other content. I think my favorite is definitely your fashion videos, I’m physically disabled so It’s often nice to be distracted by content not related to disability :3
I've had "headaches" for literally 2 decades and only just had them diagnosed as migraines, I've had multiple tmj surgeries, rock hard tight shoulders forever and an autoimmune form of arthritis affecting my whole body. Having done yoga consistently for 8 years I was still really struggling with muscle tightness and pain until my rheumatologist said "oh yeah the arthritis makes your muscles tight".... validation that I'm not just "living life incorrectly" and have a legit struggle but I really wish someone pieced it together like that for me years ago. Anyway, long story short I got a prescription for a muscle relaxer (not one that makes you high or anything) and it has been a life changer. People often don't understand just how much pain and dysfunction can be caused by chronic tightness. My body tries it's bloody hardest to twist me in all sorts of lopsided ways, I don't think I would ever get significant relief without medication, chronically ill bodies need extra help and care and that's OK
Thank you for sharing, Molly!! I could relate a lot to your experience as I’ve suffered from extreme TMJD, worse than most people’s. I also get chronic migraines (I’m sighted and light is a massive trigger for me, as well as *stress*) for about 12 years. I’m thirty, and my problems started mild at 18 and gradually got worse. I’ve had multiple doctors tell me my jaw tension is the worst they’ve ever felt. I went overboard with TMJ botox in 2023 and actually temporarily lost the ability to chew and make my teeth touch for several months, and it botched my smile. Thankfully temporary as it wore off after about 4-5 months. The muscles injected were the masseters, lateral and medial pterigoids, temporalis, and occipital. And the real kicker is, my jaw was still tight and I was still in pain, I had to manually close my jaw to chew for months, and I had trouble pronouncing the letters S and T. I love my cosmetic forehead botox, never had any issues with that and I still get it, but I will never again get TMJ botox and I would never recommend it to anyone. I saw another commenter say to see a neurologist, and I couldn’t agree more! Someone who specializes in the cranial area is gonna be a better resource for determining the best treatment plan and/or pain management. Personally, I started a preventative migraine shot last year (galcanezumab-gnlm) and it actually helps ease a lot of my jaw tension too. I’m normal and pain free every 5 or 6 out of 7 days rather than constant pain 😊 I may have zoned out a bit when you were talking about the time frame for your jaw’s appearance being impacted, but for what it’s worth I think your jawline looks amazing 😊 Also small side note, I know you are a singer (and I really loved some of your older videos when you talked about your band and solo music). I am a singer as well, and basically every singer I know has some degree of TMJ issue lol. It comes with the art 😂 you’re not alone, and you’re in good company 🥰
I got Botox for migraines/headaches on the back and sides of my head after being pressured to do it from my pain medicine doc. I refused to get it on my neck since I have hyper mobility and neck issues. Mine lasted for 3 months and was awful. I could feel every other muscle on my scalp seizing up that didn't have Botox and I think it was trying to compensate for the muscles that were no longer doing anything. I basically had a migraine for the 3 full months until it got out of my system. As for the camera, I notice a difference and I think I prefer the phone camera (but I also don't like change lol) but the "professional camera" isn't bad. Whatever you like better is what you should use 😊
Thanks for sharing your experience, I've always had similar jaw pain and clicking so it's good to hear your honest reaction to TMJ as its something I've also been thinking of getting
I had a dentist use the TENS unit on me repeatedly, in conjunction with chiropractic in order to be fitted with the first night guard that worked and didn't break. Sadly, eventually my teeth drifted, so it stopped working and I broke 6 molars in three months grinding my teeth. No one ever suggested BOTOX then, but that was thirty years ago.
Thank you for sharing your experience! I have TMJ as well and have 2 cracked molars from it. Everything you describe about the tension and tightness in your neck and shoulders are the same things I am experiencing. I've been looking for a new dentist to get my third night guard. Sometimes the pain is a lot to handle, the fatigue is overwhelming, and people don't always understand how it feels. I'm terrified of needles, but I feel desperate for relief. I will definitely be taking your experience into consideration. I hope you find more relief!
I’m not sure if you’ve ever tried chiropractic care for your back/neck and tmj but my tmj has improved so much! It’s also helped me a ton with migraines and shoulder pain.
Very interesting to hear about this - I have TMJ and horrible neck and shoulder problems. I got cervical steroid shots…not a fan. Didn’t help and I felt awful after.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I get the same TMJ tension but I don’t think as bad as you mine does crack a lot and does get sore. Mine is mainly at the jaw hinge where it opens and closes.
The pattern you describe sounds very similar to my migraine botox. I get around 40 injections from my neurologist. It also includes my TMJ. I was told, and heard from other friends who have received migraine botox, that it can take through the 3rd time (every 3 months) for the impact to really be noticeable. I'd say that was pretty spot on for me. I do get rebound migraines from it, although it's worth it in the long run to have 2.5 months of significant relief. I'm a year into it as of this month. I will say because they inject my forehead I do see a slight difference and not one that I particularly care for (similarly my mom can see it but my husband can't 🤣) . But to not have migraines 5+ times a week is worth it for me.
Do you know how long your course of treatment would be? Like how many times can you be injected with Botox without significantly increasing negative impacts on your body?
@@alexshaw8167 To my understanding I'm going to be doing this indefinitely, or at least until my migraines decrease in severity. I've asked my endocrinologist if there are risks of long term use and he said no. I was worried because I was receiving steroid injections regularly due to stubborn keloids (type of painful scar) and nearly killed my adrenal gland. Obviously consult a doctor for you specifically ❤️
If your Botox is wearing off early, you can have your Dr request insurance to cover injections at shorter intervals so you can avoid a flare every cycle
@@alexshaw8167 To my understanding, I'm going to be getting them indefinitely, or at least until the frequent, intense migraines lessen. I've asked my endocrinologist if there are issues with long term botox injections and he said no. I asked him because I accidentally nearly killed my adrenal gland with frequent steroid injections for keloids (a painful scar). So I don't want to accidentally do something similar again. My endocrinologist is very conservative with his judgement on things so I feel comfortable with his assessment to continue botox. That being said, please consult your doctor ❤️
@@alexshaw8167 @alexshaw8167 To my understanding, I'm going to be getting them indefinitely, or at least until the frequent, intense migraines lessen. I've asked my endocrinologist if there are issues with long term botox injections and he said no. I asked him because I accidentally nearly killed my adrenal gland with frequent steroid injections for keloids (a painful scar). So I don't want to accidentally do something similar again. My endocrinologist is very conservative with his judgement on things so I feel comfortable with his assessment to continue botox.
I have the same TMJ and trap/shoulder pain. I have not tried Botox, but I have had a lot of success with dry needling for muscle and tension release. I would highly highly recommend to others who are struggling with similar things. The needles are also very small! It’s not a comfortable experience while they do it, but it has really helped me in the following weeks/months
If anyone is considering Botox for a pain relief reason, I HIGHLY suggest you go to a neurologist at a university hospital. They are the experts in Botox for pain relief. Dermatologists and med spas are the experts in Botox for cosmetic changes. For context, my boyfriend has been getting Botox every 3 months for over 5 years for severe chronic migraines, and it DRAMATICALLY changed his life. He went from being in bed in a dark room 15+ days per month, to maybe one migraine every 3 months. He gets a ton of shots in his forehead and brows (in addition to other places), and he still has normal wrinkles and brow movement. Zero side effects, and I never notice a difference before and after the treatment visually.
I am 100p gonna get botox in the future, if I start to get too wrinkly etc. I dont mind looking older and getting grey hair and wrinkles. But we have all seen those older people, who gain A LOT of wrinkles when they age. If Im one of them, Ill def seek out treatment if I can afford it. But I find so incredibly cool that this thing - botox - that is usually thought of as a purely cosmetic tool is also able to be a pain relief! So incredible and Im sure much needed by some with chronic pain.
I had Tmj and migraines almost daily, got my tongue and lip revised and it changed my life completely. No more clenching, sleep with my mouth closed, 80% less migraines. Have you looked into this!?
I was thoroughly on team "I'll never get botox for anything, you do you, but it's not for me," until all conventional migraine treatments failed. I got botox for migraines, for a year, and it was a miracle drug. Almost instant relief. Did give me instability issues with my spine/neck, but still was/is worth it. I'm 9 months overdue for next does, thanks broken US medical system and dishonest doctor. I'll be happy to find someone insurance covers (who's not a dishonest thief charging double what insurance says should be patient responsibility) and get back on it, as it took me from 11month constant migraine with flares, to only 6-10 migraine days a month.
As someone that works in a dermatology office, I've learn how important it is to go to an injector that knows the human anatomy well. Especially for the masseter and traps. These are one of the more expensive areas to treat because of how many units are being injected into the area. They are VERY strong muscles. We always tell patients that if they need to come back in after two weeks to let us know and we'll add a little extra. We also tell them to schedule their next appointment in three months so we can train the muscle to give them more relief. I've had patients say they really noticed a difference after several of coming back regularly. It is so expensive and really is an investment in mental health. One patient put it best saying that, they were living at a pain level 2 and that just became their norm. The relief from tox reminded them they didn't have to feel that way.
I get Botox injections from a neurologist for chronic migraines, and I also get Botox and a type of lidocaine trigger point injections for chronic neck and shoulder pain. At a chronic pain clinic from a physiatrist which is a specialist. I do find that it is helpful overall. But I need to use it in conjunction with other treatments and medications to be honest. I receive the best results using it in combination with other therapies. 💕✨
I noticed right away I haven’t watched ur vids in a long while so when I came back to see how you were I noticed a big difference in ur face for sure I have watched pretty much since u started TH-cam
Thank you for your video! I went to see a tmj specialist for several months. My treatment included eating softer foods, muscle relaxers for 2 weeks and PT. I also got a new mouth guard that was thicker than the ones I used in the past. It helped for that period of time, but once my PT was no longer covered my symptoms started to come back. My mouth guard has helped me with less headaches but I still feel swelling around the hinge of my jaw. I was recommended botox but felt unsure because like you I tend to experience side effects to medication. I was wondering if the botox affected your chewing or your exercise? I found the most difficult part of the muscle relaxers was trying to exercise. Thank you again for sharing your experience!
Hi Molly! Have you tried focusing on the correct tongue posture? Keeping my tongue correctly pressed against the roof of my mouth had 100% fixed all of my teeth clenching issues! I haven't had a single dentist tell me about the correct tongue posture... so wouldn't be surprised if you haven't heard about it either. Also, the new camera is great! But I love your videos regardless of how you film them. :)
1. This haircut is the best yet! 2. Thank you for this honest review! I just got my second root canal yesterday(on my birthday 😭) ever and will be getting fit for my first Dr made night guard in a few weeks to prevent anymore damage. I’ve tried the otc ones from the pharmacy and they hurt my jaw more than a night of clenching, bare teeth. Def considering the Botox but I’ll wait till I see how it feels after a proper fitting night guard.
I had very similar TMJ symptoms to you. I went to the UCLA Oralfacial Pain Clinic. They are AMAZING. They did trigger point injections and recommended physical therapy to help correct my posture and my TMJ and neck/shoulder pain is much better. I highly recommend them! Edited to add that they made me a custom nightguard that helped stabilize my jaw, and recommended I get a sleep study to see if I have sleep apnea. There are a lot of studies showing that not breathing well when you sleep causes you to clench your teeth and thrust your head forward to open your airway. I started wearing nasal strips (for a deviated septum) and taping my mouth shut at night and my nighttime clenching has reduced A LOT. From your symptom descriptions Molly, it seems like you might have some sleep issues causing you to clench at night! I recommend trying that path, because fixing the root issue has really helped me avoid the clenching at night. Then the stretching and strengthening exercises work better, because I am not clenching so much while I sleep.
I actually did notice a difference in the way you looked, but I thought it was a combination of your hair style/color changes, and the changes many of us have in our faces around 30, with some slimming and “softening.” That said, you look beautiful both ways and you need to do what makes you comfortable, physically and mentally. I thought about the back of the neck Botox years ago for pain, but the potential swallowing problems also put me off too. I ended up going to physical therapy for my neck & between the shoulders pain. It’s helped tremendously. Everything back there is structurally messed up from my disabilities and surgeries, and muscle pain was bound to follow. I also had sever TMJ in my late 20s, so bad that I would get dizzy spells plus the pain was intense. Physical therapy and getting my night guard adjusted every few weeks really helped.
Personally prefer the less professional look haha. This seems softer and lighter to me and I have vision issues so this was harder for my eyes to focus on.
Molly, you may never read this, but i wanted to give my perspective as someone with severe tmj. I also had the popping and crackling sounds in my jaw joints, as well as a limited opening-this could be a sign you have ICR (idiopathic condylar resorption) which basically means your condyles are rubbing against each other, causing bone loss and pain. I started off with botox for my tmj. It didn't help as my pain was mainly in the joints, rather than the muscle. I eventually did get to a point where i could barely open my mouth, talk, chew, etc. It got so bad, and nothing helped me. I was eventually referred to a surgeon to have a jaw joint replacement surgery, because my bone loss in the joints was so bad. I pray your tmj never gets to that point, but i just wanted to tell you that it could be an option if your tmj ever got more severe. Tmj isn't talked about a lot, and i wish more people knew about potential causes like ICR (i sure wish i knew sooner!!) ❤️
The new camera makes the room look warmer. It also mutes the shadows on your face, so your skin looks smoother, and your eyes look different too. Or maybe it's just your make up. Not really sure I like it. The other camera makes you seem more vibrant.
Some of this was like you were describing my pain. I'm on medication that helps with my teeth clenching. I'd be up for botox to relieve tension headaches and shoulder pain. Not gonna be an option while on disability benefit payment in Ireland. As a photographer I notice the difference in the camera. Love the depth of field, so good job by Mr. Camerman! I echo the comments on your hair. You are looking fabulous ❤
I also have TMJ disorder (from my dad as well; he cracked a tooth on time) and shoulder tension issues but also chronic migraine. I've had Botox for TMJ, and it helped a lot. Once I was able to get into neuro and finally get insurance to cover Botox for migraine, that helped a lot with my migraine severity and frequency. There is a little leftover in the vial at the end and the Dr will put the rest in my masseters for my TMJ (I no longer get the TMJ specific Botox). Both TMJ Botox and migraine Botox were every 3 months, with an additive effect over time bc the muscles get smaller with each treatment. I have noticed changes to my eyebrows with the first migraine Botox injection, but with the next injection I just let the Dr know and she adjusted how she did it. Echoing what a lot of other comments have said, seeing neurology and maybe a headache specialist specifically could be helpful. PT also helped me learn some exercises to help. If you are nervous about medication reactions, you could also try dry needling. They use a needle to break up the muscle fibers (I've had it done when getting the TMJ Botox injection). Provides relief pretty immediately and no concern for drug reactions!
Love this hairstyle on you!! So fun and flirty. Camera looks great, seems softer on the eyes but honestly it’s hard to tell the difference so either way works great!
Agree, she is gorgeous!!
Me too she looks amazing with this cut and color
Immediately noticed the difference of the camera! I wouldn't say I prefer this over your normal setup, both are great just different lol. I would say the typical setup gives more of a hang out with me and chat vibe while this gives more of a professional talking about professional things kinda vibe.
I prefer the normal setup as well. I agree it gives a more chill and laid back feel which I’ve always really liked.
I get Botox for severe chronic migraine and my neurologist (an expert on this) clarified that the cosmetic and therapeutic doses are totally different and the locations are different as well. I don’t know about TMJ but the 31 Botox injections I get on my head and neck every 3 months has zero impact on my appearance.
I also got botox for chronic migraines. It helped but I ended up switching off of it when aimovig and quilipta came out.
I second this as I get Botox for migraines every 4 months as well!
Same. The only thing is my forehead doesn’t wrinkle but it’s not a change that’s noticeable. I just feel it if I try to raise my eyebrows
I get it for migraines as well and it has worked very well.
This! My boyfriend gets it and it completely changed his quality of life and it doesn’t change his appearance at all. He gets a ton of shots in his face and he has full facial expression and a normal amount of wrinkles for his age.
I recommend seeing a neurologist for headache Botox - they’re more specialized in the locations for that so it might ease your concerns about side effects. I’m having mine done by my neurologist
It's already done lol
I can second this. I currently get 38 shots in face neck and shoulders every 12 weeks and it seems to help
@@dutchik5107yes but she said she’s considering getting it again. You have to do it every 3-6 months
The colors in your outfit and room are so nicely balanced, it’s hella satisfying to look at
Right???
Molly, I do notice and like the difference! I also like the colors of the video. You look so cute with that hair. 🩷
when you were explaining your lack of skin/muscle movement on your scalp and your partner tested the difference just then and showed you how his feels to really illustrate the difference… i soooo appreciate his curiosity and how it excited you (that giggle and saying yeah… so cute!) and how it got me feeling my own scalp because now im just that much more curious how yours feels comparably and how feeling another’s (his) gave you so much more clarity in the oddity of it… it was so interesting how blown away you were with how differently his felt and how quick you were to understanding that shift in perspective of truly how different it is! Idk if that made sense though yeah i loved this story time, so fascinating!
I love this haircut and makeup on you Molly! And that color green is so flattering! Thank you for sharing this video and your experiences.
100% noticed a difference in the camera quality right away and I love it!
For those who struggle with constant headaches, consider seeing a neurologist that specializes in migraines.
You might be experiencing migraines and not "just tension-headaches". And there are more treatments available nowadays. Including daily medicine for long-term relief, botox and medicine for acute episodes. (Which you can take and still go about your day, esp if taken early enough).
I've been tracking my headaches for over a year now and the amount of episodes each month has been halved!
I recently found out I have the opposite problem! Diagnosed w migraines at 12 and now at 23 my dentist said my TMJ has been causing my severe headaches
I experienced daily migraine for 20 years. After trying every medication out there, I finally got insurance that would cover Botox and my life completely changed. It’s 3 years later and I still can’t believe what I’m able to do now.
@@angiek5541 Really?! I'm pretty sure I've got TMJ issues as well (and have gotten a nightguard for it). So I'll be looking to get treatment for that as well eventually. There's definitely a lot of overlap of headache issues and multiple factors that contribute. Like the menstrual cycle, sleep routines, pain signals etc.
@@ProfZ. Really happy for you! Must be amazing to finally find something that helps.
I have tension headaches and not migraine. Would have to go to a clinic to do Botox and it’s pretty expensive :/
This may be dumb Molly, I’m sure you have, but have you been to a special TMJ dentist? I also clench so hard I have broken night guards. I finally went to a TMJ specialist and got special orthopedic mouth guards made. I had to wear one during the day all day except when eating and go back for regular adjusted the orthotic. Then I had a second mouth guard to wear at night and that I still wear at night. It also got adjusted every few weeks. After 6 months I only wear the day time one when I am having pain or feel myself clenching a lot. I swear to anything you believe in the most the pain is night and day different and I can open my mouth to eat an apple. It has been life changing.
I saw a specialist like this when I was in my late 20s. When I started going, I had to go weekly for him to adjust the bite guard, then I went longer in between visits. I also went to physical therapy at the same time. At first it was mostly massage and trigger releases, both of which were quite painful. I could really tell that things were getting better when the massage and trigger releases started feeling good instead of something to just get through!
I get botox for both tmj and migraines for about 2 years now as someone who already has a fully body chronic pain condition. My appointments are with a neurologist who also does aesthetic medicine as well (although I definitely like you Molly, didnt want the aesthetic part) and I see him every 12 weeks which is the most frequent youre allowed to get botox where I live. Luckily its covered by my insurance since im on disability in my province. I get the injections all over my scalp, forehead, temples, 2 inside my mouth at the back, jaw, back of neck and then he does my traps/shoulders with whatever extra botox is left and doesnt charge me for it. It works amazing for me and by my second appointment I was in tears because I didnt realize how bad everything was until it started improving. I realized how abnormal my pain and tension was and to finally be free of it was so incredible. It really was life changing for me. My migraines are basically gone and my headaches are less frequent, less severe and less often. I do notice right directly above my eyebrow it feels slightly frozen for the first 2 weeks or so and that by week 10 I can tell all my botox is wearing off but its so worth it still. I havent really noticed any difference in my appearance which I think is a good thing since I dont care for that sort of thing. I hear they use less botox in general and in different spots when doing it for medical reasons vs aesthetic so maybe thats why. I have noticed that because my scalp used to be so tight it was effecting my hair growth around my bang area and now that the botox has loosened the scalp up, im getting more growth in the area, which is so great as a 26 year old female who was scared when I started losing my hair there around age 21-22. Overall I think botox is worth trying at least if you have migraines or tmj!
I'm so glad to hear such a positive outcome! My neurologist has been recommending botox for my chronic migraines for a while now, so I'm considering it (since most everything else has failed to help)
which province are you in?
@@WholeFoodSpark I'm in the US 🥲
@@WholeFoodSpark Alberta
@@faedraemberhart5500 I'm in ON. It's not covered. :(
Ask your Dentist for a referral to a TMJ specialist. They can offer more treatment options, like physical therapy for your jaw to increase range of motion and decrease pain. They can make a different type of sleep appliance as well that might work better for your jaw.
This haircut/color are the best ever haircut...and with this tone of green? Best color for you.
your hair looks so good molly i'm obsessed!!!
I saw a TMJ specialist in college and he made me a custom retainer that relieved my TMJ. It prevents me from clenching my jaw shut when I sleep. You should find one in your area even if you have to travel to see one a TMJ dentist is worth it.
Same. I have a dental orthotic that truly changed my life
I recently got a TMJ splint & it's helped a bit, but I still get headaches & neck tension unfortunately. 😭
Unfortunately I had one made but because of the way my teeth are shaped I couldn't close my mouth while I slept so it didn't work if I couldn't use it
It’s hilarious that you didn’t even bother watching the video before giving unsolicited advice
Prefer the sharpness on your old videos, this one seems less sharp and feels like I cant quite focus on the screen
Agree!!
also agree !
Agreed, background seems blurred and def not as clear and sharp
I don't care about the visual, it's the sound for me that has improved. I think not that long ago, you used to not wear a mic, and it was much harder to hear you. Thank you for updating that!
As a massage therapist I am so glad you know the use of them! Thanks for taking advantage of us!
Oh and fun fact, I've seen recently that in ancient times the blind would work as massage therapists!
I've heard someone comment on how massage is like braile for anatomy❤
Thanks for all you do and share and uplift❤ you are a true sparkle of light ✨✨✨
I'm blind and can’t tell lol
same, the audio is good as always, I eyed the light of my screen intensely for a second, but of coarse don’t notice a difference with the light and shadow perception I got left (:
😂😂😂😂
the quality is soooo good. If its not too much of a hassle, use the professional camera! it has such a lovely soft effect and makes your skin look even more insanely flawless.
Camera looks good, a bit softer. Love your hair like that Molly and the last couple of months, I've thought you were looking more youthful.
This camera makes lovely video!! I'm enjoying it, but if your phone is easier I'm okay with that. Keep up the good work!
I have had TMJ for all of my adult life, similar to your description. My best help was from a physical therapist in NH where I live. The PT specialized in head/neck problems. The treatment included ultrasound and physical manipulation. I worked really well, and I repeat the process every year or so. In addition I found a really good clinical psychologist I have now seen weekly for 6 years. These two changed my life. I still have a “bad” day every now and then, but not to the degree that was my “normal’ before starting these procedures. I hope you can find the relief I did!
Thank you so much for talking about tmj I have had this since childhood and have broken my molar 13 which is resulting in extraction. Grinding and locking my jaw for like 27 years and the teeth really do just chip. The muscles hurt daily. It’s so hard to convey.
I like the new camera but your phone is good as well 😊 and thank you for your openness and honesty. I almost just hear from people who do it because of the way they look and for pain release.
I was happy to listen to your review. I used to take fitness classes with an instructor who absolutely went on about it being the best thing that ever happened to her, but I’ve read mixed literature on whether it is actually beneficial. It just seems really expensive for something that may not work. In my case, I’m not aware that either my dental or medical insurance will cover a specific TMJ dentist, as it is a black hole. I have a deviated septum and overbite, both of which apparently contribute to TMJ. I did have an appliance as a kid to help grow my jaw but I guess it didn’t work all that well.
I have gone to TMJ PT and found that to be helpful. I go to a neurologist about twice a year and am not a candidate for Botox because I don’t get that many migraines- it’s more tension headaches for me. I am like you in that I am a woman with a square jaw, huge neck, and big traps. I took two months off getting massages and going to yoga to train for a bike trip and even though I didn’t feel a lot of benefit with them, I certainly felt the effects of not having with extreme left jaw pain. I am on my 4th night guard now. I think my main issue is clenching at night and my neurologist just increased my dose of tizanidine at night to see if that might help. I’m still on my first week of the increase, so it will probably take some time to see if it works.
Im very greateful you talked about TMJ and being so SO REAL about it, a few years ago when i started having problems i couldnt find a lot of info or people talking about it in a way you could actually relate to. And its a problem that honestly only gets worse if you dont keep trying to find a way to relieve tension.
I went from being able to open my mouth fully with pops or crack sounds, to not being able to open my mouth fully, a lot of tension hurts when i open my mouth, the muscles around my neck are tense but no cracks or pops.
Unfortunatelly some doctors, ""TMJ Specialists"", ive seen in the past year say im good because there is no sound, like a pop or crack, ignoring the pain which is worse and the fact that i lost alot of range when opening the mouth, they just suggest use botox as if thats the only or last option, and they even say: you can apply that in any other part you need (like for cosmetics). I think it has just become a bussiness. One even suggested i should get braces (again).
I havent tried botox yet because i wanted to basically "run out of options" before trying something that literally stops the normal functioning of a muscle on my face, so I went to a muscle doctor (idk how to call them) and they suggested therapy, cold/hot compress, some neck exercises to relieve tension and the regular use of those special retainers so thats what ive been trying.
I always felt unconfortable by people saying thats the best thing they did and making it sounds as simple as: i just went to someone and did it, without sharing the full experience of having it done how they compare before and after doing it.
I think you'd probably mean a physical therapist when you say a muscle doctor.
And I don't know if this will shift your perspective but I get general anaesthetic in order to be able to get my botox but the general anaesthetic is much more risky and weird to me than botox. Botox, when you think about it, is making your muscles move more normally because your muscles aren't currently moving normally at all hence the pain and stuff
this is so relatable, my neck/jaw tension is so bad I can barely open my mouth and I also gave myself vocal cord dysfunction from having such a tense neck
Did you go to the doctor for this when it started?
I did Botox for headaches after someone talked to me about it. The doctor she referred is a plastic surgeon and a great doctor. He injected in my maseter muscle for my jaw pain, one injection site, but full dose. (I fortunately do not grind my teeth). He also did multiple smaller injections at the base of my skull, for which I had no negative effect. I also didn't like the idea of changing my face and making my jaw slimmer, but the Botox helped. For my neck I finally went a different route and did thermocoagulation because the source of my pain is the occipital nerve, the muscle tightness is more of a result. I did Botox for my jaw a few more times, but the effects barely last three months and even though I only pay half the price because it's for medical purposes (I know, that doctor is awesome), it's still a lot of money for a small relief. I have an appointment with a specialist, so hopefully a better solution will be found for my jaw pain.
LOVE the hair! Against the new bedroom background and the green sweater all come together so well for such cozy vibes!
I looove this look. The hair colour and cut with the cool tone dark saje green in your shirt AND the cool toned muted brown purple lip goes SO well together❤
It's good to know your experience. It's been recommended for my tmj
Love the new hair! As a medical student, I suggest you look into some OMT for the headaches and other musculoskeletal complaints!
I love your hair and the picture quality is great.
I noticed a couple months ago that your face looked softer and younger. Also that your skin looked perfect.❤
Your green sweater combined with the blue wall in the background make your eyes look so so green! Also, love the hairstyle. I also think this video footage somehow doesn't seem as sharp, but other than that I don't see a difference so both are fine.
Thank you for this video as tmj is often dismissed
I get Botox for TMJ and I love love love love it. It has made such a MAJOR improvement in my life, I have so much less pain!
How often do you get the Botox and have you noticed any muscle atrophy?
Honestly the quality of the video is REALLY nice!!! 👍 I can tell it’s much clearer more like I’m really in the room with Molly! ☺️✨
This was very interesting! I’ve never had, nor considered having, botox, but I have TMJ and didn’t know that botox could possible be a treatment.
New camera is nice!! Also I have TMJ issues too. My physiotherapist did physio with my jaw and it was great. The popping has stopped pretty much and it's definitely less painful. I feel like my jaw moves better!
i do notice the difference and i like it!! also: love this haircut
I love how your branching out your content past blindness, I still love your content related to blindness but i also love your other content. I think my favorite is definitely your fashion videos, I’m physically disabled so It’s often nice to be distracted by content not related to disability :3
love the new camera
The aesthetics in the video and your hair😍obsessed it suits you so well. You are always so gorgeous.
I've had "headaches" for literally 2 decades and only just had them diagnosed as migraines, I've had multiple tmj surgeries, rock hard tight shoulders forever and an autoimmune form of arthritis affecting my whole body. Having done yoga consistently for 8 years I was still really struggling with muscle tightness and pain until my rheumatologist said "oh yeah the arthritis makes your muscles tight".... validation that I'm not just "living life incorrectly" and have a legit struggle but I really wish someone pieced it together like that for me years ago. Anyway, long story short I got a prescription for a muscle relaxer (not one that makes you high or anything) and it has been a life changer. People often don't understand just how much pain and dysfunction can be caused by chronic tightness. My body tries it's bloody hardest to twist me in all sorts of lopsided ways, I don't think I would ever get significant relief without medication, chronically ill bodies need extra help and care and that's OK
you look great. i love the colour palate of this video, very earth air and water.
Thank you for sharing, Molly!! I could relate a lot to your experience as I’ve suffered from extreme TMJD, worse than most people’s. I also get chronic migraines (I’m sighted and light is a massive trigger for me, as well as *stress*) for about 12 years. I’m thirty, and my problems started mild at 18 and gradually got worse. I’ve had multiple doctors tell me my jaw tension is the worst they’ve ever felt. I went overboard with TMJ botox in 2023 and actually temporarily lost the ability to chew and make my teeth touch for several months, and it botched my smile. Thankfully temporary as it wore off after about 4-5 months. The muscles injected were the masseters, lateral and medial pterigoids, temporalis, and occipital. And the real kicker is, my jaw was still tight and I was still in pain, I had to manually close my jaw to chew for months, and I had trouble pronouncing the letters S and T. I love my cosmetic forehead botox, never had any issues with that and I still get it, but I will never again get TMJ botox and I would never recommend it to anyone.
I saw another commenter say to see a neurologist, and I couldn’t agree more! Someone who specializes in the cranial area is gonna be a better resource for determining the best treatment plan and/or pain management. Personally, I started a preventative migraine shot last year (galcanezumab-gnlm) and it actually helps ease a lot of my jaw tension too. I’m normal and pain free every 5 or 6 out of 7 days rather than constant pain 😊
I may have zoned out a bit when you were talking about the time frame for your jaw’s appearance being impacted, but for what it’s worth I think your jawline looks amazing 😊
Also small side note, I know you are a singer (and I really loved some of your older videos when you talked about your band and solo music). I am a singer as well, and basically every singer I know has some degree of TMJ issue lol. It comes with the art 😂 you’re not alone, and you’re in good company 🥰
I just love your content, it doesn’t matter what so ever how you present it. You are a rockstar!❤❤❤❤❤❤
I got Botox for migraines/headaches on the back and sides of my head after being pressured to do it from my pain medicine doc. I refused to get it on my neck since I have hyper mobility and neck issues. Mine lasted for 3 months and was awful. I could feel every other muscle on my scalp seizing up that didn't have Botox and I think it was trying to compensate for the muscles that were no longer doing anything. I basically had a migraine for the 3 full months until it got out of my system.
As for the camera, I notice a difference and I think I prefer the phone camera (but I also don't like change lol) but the "professional camera" isn't bad. Whatever you like better is what you should use 😊
About the camera, I didn't even know you were filming on a phone before. The videos look great either way!
Love the hair!
I like the colors of the new camera
Thanks for sharing your experience, I've always had similar jaw pain and clicking so it's good to hear your honest reaction to TMJ as its something I've also been thinking of getting
My dental office has a tensing unit. You should try that out to relax those muscles!
I had a dentist use the TENS unit on me repeatedly, in conjunction with chiropractic in order to be fitted with the first night guard that worked and didn't break. Sadly, eventually my teeth drifted, so it stopped working and I broke 6 molars in three months grinding my teeth. No one ever suggested BOTOX then, but that was thirty years ago.
Thank you for sharing your experience! I have TMJ as well and have 2 cracked molars from it. Everything you describe about the tension and tightness in your neck and shoulders are the same things I am experiencing. I've been looking for a new dentist to get my third night guard. Sometimes the pain is a lot to handle, the fatigue is overwhelming, and people don't always understand how it feels. I'm terrified of needles, but I feel desperate for relief. I will definitely be taking your experience into consideration. I hope you find more relief!
I’m not sure if you’ve ever tried chiropractic care for your back/neck and tmj but my tmj has improved so much! It’s also helped me a ton with migraines and shoulder pain.
I'm glad you shared this, I've been thinking of getting a consultation for my migraines/shoulder pain. I might try it now!
Very interesting to hear about this - I have TMJ and horrible neck and shoulder problems. I got cervical steroid shots…not a fan. Didn’t help and I felt awful after.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I get the same TMJ tension but I don’t think as bad as you mine does crack a lot and does get sore. Mine is mainly at the jaw hinge where it opens and closes.
The pattern you describe sounds very similar to my migraine botox. I get around 40 injections from my neurologist. It also includes my TMJ. I was told, and heard from other friends who have received migraine botox, that it can take through the 3rd time (every 3 months) for the impact to really be noticeable. I'd say that was pretty spot on for me. I do get rebound migraines from it, although it's worth it in the long run to have 2.5 months of significant relief. I'm a year into it as of this month.
I will say because they inject my forehead I do see a slight difference and not one that I particularly care for (similarly my mom can see it but my husband can't 🤣) . But to not have migraines 5+ times a week is worth it for me.
Do you know how long your course of treatment would be? Like how many times can you be injected with Botox without significantly increasing negative impacts on your body?
@@alexshaw8167 To my understanding I'm going to be doing this indefinitely, or at least until my migraines decrease in severity. I've asked my endocrinologist if there are risks of long term use and he said no. I was worried because I was receiving steroid injections regularly due to stubborn keloids (type of painful scar) and nearly killed my adrenal gland. Obviously consult a doctor for you specifically ❤️
If your Botox is wearing off early, you can have your Dr request insurance to cover injections at shorter intervals so you can avoid a flare every cycle
@@alexshaw8167 To my understanding, I'm going to be getting them indefinitely, or at least until the frequent, intense migraines lessen. I've asked my endocrinologist if there are issues with long term botox injections and he said no. I asked him because I accidentally nearly killed my adrenal gland with frequent steroid injections for keloids (a painful scar). So I don't want to accidentally do something similar again. My endocrinologist is very conservative with his judgement on things so I feel comfortable with his assessment to continue botox. That being said, please consult your doctor ❤️
@@alexshaw8167 @alexshaw8167 To my understanding, I'm going to be getting them indefinitely, or at least until the frequent, intense migraines lessen. I've asked my endocrinologist if there are issues with long term botox injections and he said no. I asked him because I accidentally nearly killed my adrenal gland with frequent steroid injections for keloids (a painful scar). So I don't want to accidentally do something similar again. My endocrinologist is very conservative with his judgement on things so I feel comfortable with his assessment to continue botox.
Thanks for talking about the trapezius botox, I have really bad trapezius pain every day, but it's been hard to find anyone talking about it.
Molly, this hair is such a look on you!!! 😍😍
I have the same TMJ and trap/shoulder pain. I have not tried Botox, but I have had a lot of success with dry needling for muscle and tension release. I would highly highly recommend to others who are struggling with similar things. The needles are also very small!
It’s not a comfortable experience while they do it, but it has really helped me in the following weeks/months
If anyone is considering Botox for a pain relief reason, I HIGHLY suggest you go to a neurologist at a university hospital. They are the experts in Botox for pain relief. Dermatologists and med spas are the experts in Botox for cosmetic changes. For context, my boyfriend has been getting Botox every 3 months for over 5 years for severe chronic migraines, and it DRAMATICALLY changed his life. He went from being in bed in a dark room 15+ days per month, to maybe one migraine every 3 months. He gets a ton of shots in his forehead and brows (in addition to other places), and he still has normal wrinkles and brow movement. Zero side effects, and I never notice a difference before and after the treatment visually.
Your hair is amazing! So beautiful 🥰
Love the lamp in the background!
I am 100p gonna get botox in the future, if I start to get too wrinkly etc. I dont mind looking older and getting grey hair and wrinkles. But we have all seen those older people, who gain A LOT of wrinkles when they age. If Im one of them, Ill def seek out treatment if I can afford it. But I find so incredibly cool that this thing - botox - that is usually thought of as a purely cosmetic tool is also able to be a pain relief! So incredible and Im sure much needed by some with chronic pain.
Loooving that nail color, it pops so much!
LOVEEEE your hair like this!! So pretty 🤩
I love your hair! And I hope that there will be resources that can help you soon ❤
Love the new camera Molly! ❤
Omg molly I’ve been thinking about getting this! Just what I needed!
Same!! Can’t wait to hear a first person account
I went to a physiotherapist for TMJ and it improved things dramatically for me after a week of exercises.
I love the camera you use! Which one is it? 💚
LOVE the hair - both style and color. Not much of a difference between the cameras - use whatever you prefer.
I had Tmj and migraines almost daily, got my tongue and lip revised and it changed my life completely. No more clenching, sleep with my mouth closed, 80% less migraines. Have you looked into this!?
I was thoroughly on team "I'll never get botox for anything, you do you, but it's not for me," until all conventional migraine treatments failed. I got botox for migraines, for a year, and it was a miracle drug. Almost instant relief. Did give me instability issues with my spine/neck, but still was/is worth it. I'm 9 months overdue for next does, thanks broken US medical system and dishonest doctor. I'll be happy to find someone insurance covers (who's not a dishonest thief charging double what insurance says should be patient responsibility) and get back on it, as it took me from 11month constant migraine with flares, to only 6-10 migraine days a month.
Good to hear about this. I have TMJ.
As someone that works in a dermatology office, I've learn how important it is to go to an injector that knows the human anatomy well. Especially for the masseter and traps. These are one of the more expensive areas to treat because of how many units are being injected into the area. They are VERY strong muscles. We always tell patients that if they need to come back in after two weeks to let us know and we'll add a little extra. We also tell them to schedule their next appointment in three months so we can train the muscle to give them more relief. I've had patients say they really noticed a difference after several of coming back regularly. It is so expensive and really is an investment in mental health. One patient put it best saying that, they were living at a pain level 2 and that just became their norm. The relief from tox reminded them they didn't have to feel that way.
I get Botox injections from a neurologist for chronic migraines, and I also get Botox and a type of lidocaine trigger point injections for chronic neck and shoulder pain. At a chronic pain clinic from a physiatrist which is a specialist. I do find that it is helpful overall. But I need to use it in conjunction with other treatments and medications to be honest. I receive the best results using it in combination with other therapies. 💕✨
I noticed right away I haven’t watched ur vids in a long while so when I came back to see how you were I noticed a big difference in ur face for sure I have watched pretty much since u started TH-cam
Thank you for your video! I went to see a tmj specialist for several months. My treatment included eating softer foods, muscle relaxers for 2 weeks and PT. I also got a new mouth guard that was thicker than the ones I used in the past. It helped for that period of time, but once my PT was no longer covered my symptoms started to come back. My mouth guard has helped me with less headaches but I still feel swelling around the hinge of my jaw. I was recommended botox but felt unsure because like you I tend to experience side effects to medication. I was wondering if the botox affected your chewing or your exercise? I found the most difficult part of the muscle relaxers was trying to exercise. Thank you again for sharing your experience!
Like the new camera! There are exercises you can do for TMJ including some in the mouth.
Hi Molly! Have you tried focusing on the correct tongue posture? Keeping my tongue correctly pressed against the roof of my mouth had 100% fixed all of my teeth clenching issues! I haven't had a single dentist tell me about the correct tongue posture... so wouldn't be surprised if you haven't heard about it either.
Also, the new camera is great! But I love your videos regardless of how you film them. :)
1. This haircut is the best yet!
2. Thank you for this honest review! I just got my second root canal yesterday(on my birthday 😭) ever and will be getting fit for my first Dr made night guard in a few weeks to prevent anymore damage. I’ve tried the otc ones from the pharmacy and they hurt my jaw more than a night of clenching, bare teeth. Def considering the Botox but I’ll wait till I see how it feels after a proper fitting night guard.
Omg I also have TMJ and can't open my mouth very wide either. It's nice to know I'm not alone with this!
I had very similar TMJ symptoms to you. I went to the UCLA Oralfacial Pain Clinic. They are AMAZING. They did trigger point injections and recommended physical therapy to help correct my posture and my TMJ and neck/shoulder pain is much better. I highly recommend them!
Edited to add that they made me a custom nightguard that helped stabilize my jaw, and recommended I get a sleep study to see if I have sleep apnea. There are a lot of studies showing that not breathing well when you sleep causes you to clench your teeth and thrust your head forward to open your airway. I started wearing nasal strips (for a deviated septum) and taping my mouth shut at night and my nighttime clenching has reduced A LOT. From your symptom descriptions Molly, it seems like you might have some sleep issues causing you to clench at night! I recommend trying that path, because fixing the root issue has really helped me avoid the clenching at night. Then the stretching and strengthening exercises work better, because I am not clenching so much while I sleep.
that is interesting! esp bc she mentioned chronic laryngitis. people with sleep apnea have higher rates of laryngeal inflammation
Def notice a difference with the camera. It looks nice! But I don’t care, we’re here for you!! ❤
I actually did notice a difference in the way you looked, but I thought it was a combination of your hair style/color changes, and the changes many of us have in our faces around 30, with some slimming and “softening.” That said, you look beautiful both ways and you need to do what makes you comfortable, physically and mentally. I thought about the back of the neck Botox years ago for pain, but the potential swallowing problems also put me off too. I ended up going to physical therapy for my neck & between the shoulders pain. It’s helped tremendously. Everything back there is structurally messed up from my disabilities and surgeries, and muscle pain was bound to follow. I also had sever TMJ in my late 20s, so bad that I would get dizzy spells plus the pain was intense. Physical therapy and getting my night guard adjusted every few weeks really helped.
This camera looks really nice 😊
Personally prefer the less professional look haha. This seems softer and lighter to me and I have vision issues so this was harder for my eyes to focus on.
My Mom, the Emerald Queen, had Botox to TRY to help with her Cerebral Palsy (CP) it didn’t work AT ALL for her…
Molly, you may never read this, but i wanted to give my perspective as someone with severe tmj.
I also had the popping and crackling sounds in my jaw joints, as well as a limited opening-this could be a sign you have ICR (idiopathic condylar resorption) which basically means your condyles are rubbing against each other, causing bone loss and pain.
I started off with botox for my tmj. It didn't help as my pain was mainly in the joints, rather than the muscle. I eventually did get to a point where i could barely open my mouth, talk, chew, etc. It got so bad, and nothing helped me.
I was eventually referred to a surgeon to have a jaw joint replacement surgery, because my bone loss in the joints was so bad.
I pray your tmj never gets to that point, but i just wanted to tell you that it could be an option if your tmj ever got more severe. Tmj isn't talked about a lot, and i wish more people knew about potential causes like ICR (i sure wish i knew sooner!!) ❤️
The new camera makes the room look warmer. It also mutes the shadows on your face, so your skin looks smoother, and your eyes look different too. Or maybe it's just your make up. Not really sure I like it. The other camera makes you seem more vibrant.
Some of this was like you were describing my pain. I'm on medication that helps with my teeth clenching. I'd be up for botox to relieve tension headaches and shoulder pain. Not gonna be an option while on disability benefit payment in Ireland.
As a photographer I notice the difference in the camera. Love the depth of field, so good job by Mr. Camerman! I echo the comments on your hair. You are looking fabulous ❤
Thank you for sharing. I’m glad it was good for your shoulders.
I also have TMJ disorder (from my dad as well; he cracked a tooth on time) and shoulder tension issues but also chronic migraine. I've had Botox for TMJ, and it helped a lot. Once I was able to get into neuro and finally get insurance to cover Botox for migraine, that helped a lot with my migraine severity and frequency. There is a little leftover in the vial at the end and the Dr will put the rest in my masseters for my TMJ (I no longer get the TMJ specific Botox). Both TMJ Botox and migraine Botox were every 3 months, with an additive effect over time bc the muscles get smaller with each treatment. I have noticed changes to my eyebrows with the first migraine Botox injection, but with the next injection I just let the Dr know and she adjusted how she did it.
Echoing what a lot of other comments have said, seeing neurology and maybe a headache specialist specifically could be helpful. PT also helped me learn some exercises to help.
If you are nervous about medication reactions, you could also try dry needling. They use a needle to break up the muscle fibers (I've had it done when getting the TMJ Botox injection). Provides relief pretty immediately and no concern for drug reactions!
As a regular viewer, on camera there were no visible differences with the tmj Botox. ❤ The camera quality though?! Definitely a difference!!