Waking up with a clenched jaw, or a slight tension at the temples, is not only a dental matter. The muscles of the face, and of the jaw in particular, tighten overnight in anyone who grinds their teeth, and that tension builds during the day as well.
The link between grinding and the muscles of the face
The masseter, the muscle we chew with, is among the most involved: when it stays contracted for long stretches it can look more prominent, and the tension can spread towards the temples, the cheeks and even the neck.
What a facial massage can do
A targeted facial massage such as Kobi Beauté can help release the muscular tension held in these areas, with movements designed precisely to work the jaw and the contour of the face, leaving a real sense of lightness.
When it is worth asking elsewhere too
A facial massage eases muscular tension, but it does not replace a dental assessment. If the grinding is frequent or severe, it is worth raising it with your dentist, who can consider options such as a night guard.
