Symptoms & Conditions We Treat

If you experience any of the following symptoms, a consultation for TMJ treatment may be beneficial:

• Chronic pain or tenderness in the jaw, face, or neck.
• Clicking, popping, or grating sounds in the jaw joint when you open or close your mouth.
• Jaw locking, making it difficult to open or close your mouth completely.
• Difficulty chewing or a sudden, uncomfortable bite.
• Swelling on the side of the face.
• Headaches, earaches, or ringing in the ears (tinnitus).

Our Multi-Faceted Treatment Approach

Treatment for TMJ disorders is highly individualized. We begin with the most conservative, non-invasive therapies and progress to more advanced options only when necessary.

1. Diagnosis & Evaluation: We start with a thorough clinical examination, reviewing your medical history and using advanced imaging, such as X-rays or MRI scans, to visualize the joint's condition.
2. Non-Surgical Treatments: For most patients, effective relief is achieved with conservative methods. These can include:
   • **Medication:** Anti-inflammatory drugs or muscle relaxants to reduce pain and swelling.
   • **Physical Therapy:** Exercises to stretch and strengthen the jaw muscles.
   • **Splints or Mouthguards:** Custom-made oral appliances to prevent teeth grinding and reposition the jaw.
   • **Botox Injections:** To relieve muscle tension and pain in severe cases of muscle spasm.
3. Surgical Options: When conservative treatments fail, surgery may be the best course of action.
   • **Arthrocentesis:** A minimally invasive procedure to flush the joint and remove debris.
   • **Arthroscopy:** A keyhole surgery using a small camera to directly view and repair the joint.
   • **Open-Joint Surgery:** A more extensive procedure for complex issues like bone fusion or severe arthritis.
4. Long-Term Management: Our treatment plan includes follow-up care and guidance on lifestyle modifications to prevent future flare-ups and maintain jaw health.