The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to your skull and plays a key role in speaking, chewing, and everyday jaw movement. When this joint becomes misaligned or inflamed, it can lead to TMJ disorder (TMD) a painful and often frustrating condition.
Common TMJ symptoms include jaw pain or tightness, clicking or popping sounds, headaches, and soreness in the facial muscles. Many patients also experience ear pressure, difficulty chewing, or locking of the jaw. In more advanced cases, teeth may become worn or cracked due to chronic grinding or clenching.
Common TMJ symptoms include jaw pain or tightness, clicking or popping sounds, headaches, and soreness in the facial muscles. Many patients also experience ear pressure, difficulty chewing, or locking of the jaw. In more advanced cases, teeth may become worn or cracked due to chronic grinding or clenching.
Treatment is customized based on the cause and severity of your symptoms:
Treatment is customized based on the cause and severity of your symptoms:
Relieve jaw pain
Release tension
Prevents fatigue
Corrects bite
If jaw pain or stiffness is affecting your daily life, or if you're experiencing chronic headaches or worn teeth, it’s time to get evaluated. Early treatment can prevent further damage and offer lasting relief. TMJ treatment goes beyond pain management - it helps restore function, protect your teeth, and improve overall quality of life. We offer a comprehensive, personalized approach to help you feel better and smile more comfortably.
If jaw pain or stiffness is affecting your daily life, or if you're experiencing chronic headaches or worn teeth, it’s time to get evaluated. Early treatment can prevent further damage and offer lasting relief. TMJ treatment goes beyond pain management - it helps restore function, protect your teeth, and improve overall quality of life. We offer a comprehensive, personalized approach to help you feel better and smile more comfortably.
Untreated TMJ issues can worsen over time, leading to increased pain, chronic headaches, tooth wear, and limited jaw movement. Early treatment helps prevent long-term damage and improves overall comfort and function.
Some patients notice improvement within days or weeks, especially with treatments like Botox or bite splints. More complex bite-related treatments may take longer but provide long-lasting relief.
TMJ treatment is designed to relieve pain, not cause it. Most options are non-invasive or minimally invasive, and many patients experience noticeable relief soon after beginning treatment.
Yes. TMJ disorders commonly contribute to chronic headaches, ear pressure, and facial pain because the jaw joint and surrounding muscles are closely connected to the head and neck.
TMJ disorder often causes symptoms such as jaw pain or tightness, clicking or popping sounds, headaches, facial muscle soreness, and difficulty chewing. A comprehensive evaluation helps confirm whether the TMJ is the source of your symptoms.
