Stop Chronic Pain Once and For All
When you have sudden jaw pain and aren’t sure how it developed, visiting a dentist can make all the difference. Our dentists are trained to not only pinpoint the cause of your jaw pain, but provide TMJ/TMD therapy that dramatically reduces and even removes symptoms tied to your issues.
Why Choose Anthem Dentistry for TMJ/TMD Therapy?
Scanner Technology
We use advanced scanning technology to capture detailed images of your mouth and jaw for accurate diagnosis.
In-House
We perform equilibration and occlusal adjustments right in our office to correct uneven bites.
Treatment Plans
We cater to your specific needs with customized therapy plans designed to eliminate your discomfort.
Diagnosis & Treatment
In order to confirm the cause of your jaw pain or diagnose potential temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), we’ll capture detailed X-rays and cone beam scans of your mouth and jaw. We’ll also ask specific questions regarding your discomfort, including when it occurs most often and where you experience the discomfort.
Once we have a more comprehensive evaluation of your jaw pain, we can confirm a diagnosis and create a treatment plan, which may include an oral appliance or equilibration/occlusal adjustments.
Equilibration/ Occlusal Adjustments
In some cases, TMD disorder can be attributed to the bite being uneven. A bite can become uneven as a result of poorly placed restorations by a previous dentist, misaligned or crooked teeth, or a previous jaw injury that did not heal properly.
By modifying existing teeth to be more even, we can remove the disproportionate amount of force being applied to the jaw joints, ensuring that discomfort discontinues moving forward.
Oral Appliance Therapy
For many patients, a custom-fitted oral appliance worn during sleep can provide significant relief from TMJ/TMD symptoms. The appliance repositions the jaw to reduce stress on the temporomandibular joint and prevent teeth grinding.
Our team will take precise impressions to create an appliance that fits comfortably and effectively manages your symptoms over time.
Signs You May Have TMJ/TMD
TMJ/TMD can present in many ways, and some patients may not even realize their symptoms are connected to their jaw. If you experience any of the following, it may be time to schedule an evaluation.
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