TMJ Treatment Milltown

Symptoms of TMJ Disorder

Although the most common symptom associated with TMJ disorder is severe jaw pain, there are other signs you should be aware of, such as:

• Lockjaw
• Clicking or popping of the jaw
• Difficulty chewing and biting down
• Earaches or ringing in the ear
• Pain throughout the head and neck
• Frequent headaches or migraines

If you begin to notice any of these symptoms, do not wait to call our office. We want to help you out of pain so that you can get back to enjoying life as normal.

TMJ Treatment Options

Treating TMJ requires that our team take scans and other digital images of your head and mouth. After reviewing our findings, we can determine the most effective way to address your jaw pain.

BOTOX Injections

To help decrease the pain and improve the mobility of your jaw joints, we can provide BOTOX injections. This method of treatment blocks muscle nerves so that they do not cause the jaw to become overworked. It is often used in combination with other TMJ treatment options to deliver more cohesive and successful results.

Equilibration/Occlusal Adjustments

If the alignment of your bite is causing your TMJ problems, we can suggest equilibration/occlusal adjustment. This process involves altering and reshaping certain teeth so that they come together properly, minimizing any pressure and tension that is otherwise placed on your jaw joints.

Occlusal Splints

An occlusal splint (or bite guard) is a removable oral appliance that helps reduce pain and tension throughout the jaw joints and muscles. When worn, the comfortable device delivers a more balanced bite and prevents teeth grinding and clenching, allowing you to enjoy a better quality of life.