TMJ Disorder

TMJ Disorder

No one should have to live with chronic pain, but if you suffer from TMJ disorder, pain is most likely a part of your day-to-day life. It may seem like you’ll never overcome the pain, but you can find relief with the right treatment. If you are struggling with any of the following TMJ symptoms, schedule a consultation with our dentist. We can help you find relief and restore your quality of life!

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Symptoms of TMJ Disorder

Chronic Jaw pain
limited jaw mobility
Jaw grinding, clicking, or locking
pain when biting and chewing
jaw and neck tension
recurring headaches
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Comprehensive TMJ Treatment

TMJ symptoms can occur for a variety of reasons such as bruxism (teeth grinding and clenching), jaw misalignment, sleep apnea, facial injury, or jaw joint arthritis. Our dentist is skilled in treating TMJ disorder, beginning with a comprehensive evaluation to discover the source of your symptoms. From your evaluation, we can determine the best treatment plan to relieve your jaw pain and discomfort. Common TMJ treatment options include:

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Jaw Exercises

Daily jaw joint exercises and stretching to help improve mobility and comfort.

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Occlusal Adjustment

Removing enamel from the surface of teeth so that the upper and lower teeth fit together harmoniously when biting and chewing.

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Oral Appliance

Custom mouth guard that keeps the jaw in a comfortable neutral position during sleep to minimize the effects of nocturnal teeth grinding and clenching.

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Orthodontics

Repositioning teeth to correct tooth and bite misalignment and improve how the teeth fit together.

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BOTOX

Botox injections into the facial and jaw muscles to temporarily relax the muscles and improve comfort for everyday functioning.

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Jaw Joint Surgery

Surgery to reposition, repair, or replace the jaw joints for extreme cases of TMJ disorder.

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