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TMJ Therapy

The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) connect your jawbone to your skull and are essential for movements like chewing, speaking, and yawning. Disorders of the TMJ can cause pain, limited jaw movement, clicking or popping sounds, headaches, and even neck and shoulder discomfort. TMJ disorders (TMD) can result from teeth grinding, jaw clenching, misaligned bites, arthritis, injury, or stress.

TMJ therapy focuses on diagnosing the underlying causes of your symptoms and creating a customized treatment plan to relieve pain and restore proper function. Common treatments include custom-made occlusal splints (nightguards), bite adjustments, physical therapy, stress management techniques, and in severe cases, surgical intervention.

Our team takes a thorough approach, starting with a detailed examination and imaging if needed. We focus on conservative, non-invasive treatments first, aiming to reduce inflammation, relax the jaw muscles, and correct any bite irregularities that contribute to TMJ problems.

Living with TMJ discomfort can significantly affect your quality of life. If you’re experiencing jaw pain, frequent headaches, or difficulty opening and closing your mouth, don’t hesitate to seek help. Our TMJ therapy solutions are designed to help you find relief and restore harmony to your jaw function and overall well-being.

Schedule a consultation with us today to start your journey toward a pain-free, healthier smile.