TMJ Treatment: Relief for Jaw Pain, Headaches & Muscle Tension

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

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TMJ Treatment

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

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Common TMJ Symptoms

  • Jaw pain or tightness
  • Clicking or popping when opening or closing the mouth
  • Headaches or migraines
  • Facial muscle soreness
  • Ear aches or pressure
  • Difficulty chewing
  • Jaw locking or limited movement
  • Worn or cracked teeth from grinding/clenching (bruxism)

TMJ Treatment Options

Treatment is customized based on the cause and severity of your symptoms:

  1. Custom Nightguards / Bite Splints
       
    • Worn during sleep to reduce grinding and jaw tension
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    • Protects teeth and relieves muscle stress
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  3. Botox Injections
       
    • Temporarily relaxes overactive jaw muscles
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    • Helps reduce pain, tension, and clenching
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    • Non-invasive and quick-acting
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  5. Occlusal Adjustment / Bite Balancing
       
    • Fine-tunes how your teeth come together to relieve pressure on the joint
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  7. Physical Therapy / Jaw Exercises
       
    • Strengthens and stretches facial muscles for long-term relief
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  9. Orthodontics
       
    • Can correct bite misalignment contributing to TMJ problems
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  11. Stress Management / Behavioral Therapy
       
    • Addresses clenching or grinding related to anxiety or stress

When to Seek Help

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.

Find Relief, Restore Balance

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.

For a quick and affordable way to be more confident in your smile, please talk to Dr. Timin or our Redefine Dental Aesthetics & Wellness Center of Dallas staff about our cosmetic and restorative dental services. Contact us at (214) 295 - 9270 to schedule your appointment at our Dallas office.
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