Teeth Clenching & Bruxism Treatment
Splints, night guards, jaw Botox and TMJ injections to protect your teeth and ease jaw pain from clenching and grinding — at Dentique Dental Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul.
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How is teeth clenching treated in Seoul? At Dentique Dental Clinic in Gangnam, clenching and grinding are managed with a custom night guard (₩150,000) or hard occlusal splint (₩900,000), jaw-muscle Botox (₩200,000 per 50 units + VAT) and TMJ injections (₩150,000 per side). Treatment protects the teeth and reduces muscle and joint pain.
Do you clench or grind?
Clenching (bruxism) often happens during sleep or stress, so many people do not notice it until teeth wear down or the jaw starts to hurt.
The constant force can crack teeth, break fillings and veneers and overload the jaw joints.
Jaw pain
Tired or sore jaw in the morning.Headaches
Tension headaches at the temples.Worn teeth
Flat, chipped or cracked teeth.Clicking
Clicking or locking jaw joint.Clenching treatments and prices
Often combined for the best result.
Night guard / splint
Protects teeth and relaxes jaw muscles at night.
Splint price →Prices from Dentique's price list (updated 11 Sep 2026). PDRN injections are ₩100,000 per 1cc.
| Diagnosis | Exam of teeth, muscles and jaw joints |
|---|---|
| Guard time | About 2 visits |
| Botox effect | Usually lasts a few months |
| Self-care | Stress management and jaw exercises |
| Protect dental work | Strongly advised after veneers or crowns |
Clenching treatment before & after
BEFORE
AFTER
Illustrative images showing the treatment idea, not actual patient results. Your dentist will show you real cases during the consultation.
How we treat clenching
Assessment
We check tooth wear, muscles and jaw joints.Protect
A custom guard or splint protects the teeth.Relax
Botox or injections ease muscle and joint pain.Review
We adjust the guard and track your symptoms.When to see us soon
Book a visit if you have:
- A jaw that locks or will not open fully
- Cracked teeth or broken fillings
- Daily headaches or ear pain
Daily habits that help
- Keep teeth apart when relaxed — lips together, teeth apart.
- Avoid chewing gum.
- Limit caffeine late in the day.
- Use warm compresses on sore muscles.
- Wear your guard every night.
Your dentist in Gangnam
Dr. Junhee Cho, DDS
Lead Doctor, Dentique Dental Clinic
- Certified Comprehensive Dentistry Specialist (Ministry of Health and Welfare, Korea)
- Graduate of UC Berkeley, USA · DDS & Master's, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Former dentist, Seoul National University Dental Hospital
- Member, Korean Academy of Oral & Maxillofacial Implantology
Teeth clenching treatment in Seoul — FAQ
How much is a night guard for clenching in Korea?
At Dentique a night guard is ₩150,000 and a hard occlusal splint ₩900,000.
Does Botox help with clenching?
Yes. Botox relaxes the jaw muscle and reduces clenching force for a few months. It is ₩200,000 per 50 units + VAT.
Can clenching damage veneers or crowns?
Yes. A guard is strongly recommended to protect cosmetic and implant work.
Can clenching be cured?
It can be managed very well, but habits often return with stress, so protection is long term.
What is a TMJ injection?
An injection into the jaw joint area to reduce pain and inflammation. It costs ₩150,000 per side.
Do the dentists speak English?
Yes. Book on WhatsApp at +82-10-4290-7528.
Book your teeth clenching treatment consultation
Dentique Dental Clinic · 1F, 3 Nonhyeon-ro 111-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul · Eonju Station Exit 2 · Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00 (Tue until 20:00), Sat 10:00–16:00
