TMJ Treatments

TMJ Treatment in Dunwoody, GA

A woman in a red top sits at a table, holding her jaw in pain, suggesting symptoms of TMJ disorder

Inflammation and soreness in the jaw joint can be symptoms of a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. If left untreated, it could negatively affect your day-to-day activities, particularly your ability to speak and eat.  Dentistry With a Difference cares about your dental health as well as your overall health and well-being and we happily provide TMJ treatment in Dunwoody, GA.

What is a TMJ Disorder?

The term “TMJ disorder” describes a group of more than 30 conditions that affect the movement and functionality of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which moves your jaw to chew, swallow, speak, yawn, and perform other tasks. These conditions can cause pain, stiffness in the jaw muscles and joints, and a clicking sound when you move your jaw.

There are two types of TMJ Disorders 

  1. disorder of the jaw joint
  2. disorder of the jaw muscles

You can have one or both types of TMJ disorder at the same time. The jaw joint disorder is often caused by bone deterioration and disc problems. On the other hand, excessive force exerted on the jaw muscles results in the second type of disorder.

Common Signs of TMJ Disorder

The following signs and symptoms of TMJ Disorder may affect one or both sides of your face and may persist for a few months to several years:

  • Tenderness or pain in the jaw joint area, neck, shoulders, and the area surrounding your ears.
  • Issues with the alignment of the jaw or bite
  • Problems trying to open your mouth
  • Jaws that become “stuck” or “locked.”
  • Grating, cracking, or clicking sounds coming from the joint.
  • Chewing difficulty
  • Toothaches
  • Headaches or migraines

Effective TMJ Treatment in Dunwoody, GA

Dentistry with a Difference offers non-surgical TMJ solutions to help alleviate the symptoms of TMJ disorder, including the following:

  • Mouthguards—These oral appliances can help balance your bite, realign your jaw, and decrease the impact of grinding your teeth. Dr. Nordone or Dr. Oh can create custom mouthguards tailored to relieve jaw pain and face muscle strain.
  • Physiotherapy – It includes different TMJ exercises that help widen your jaw and strengthen the muscles surrounding your jaw joint.
  • Botox Injections – Injecting botulinum toxin in controlled dosages helps loosen muscle knots in the jaw and reduce the pain associated with TMJ disorder.

Relieve Jaw Pain and Discomfort

Dentistry With a Difference offers customized TMJ therapy in Dunwoody, GA, to treat your specific type of TMJ disorder. The treatment may include mouthguards, physiotherapy, botox injections, or any combination of the three.

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