Stop Pain With Our TMJ Treatment
If you are experiencing unexplained headaches or jaw pain, or if you are noticing locking or clicking when opening or closing your mouth, you may be suffering from a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. Dr. Groth can assess your jaw to identify the cause of your discomfort. If necessary, he can offer Bingham Farms TMJ treatment to alleviate your symptoms.
- Alleviate jaw pain and discomfort
- End jaw popping discomfort
- Minimize or eliminate unexplained headaches
- Ease tension in your neck and shoulder area
- Improve the ease and enjoyment of mealtimes
Enhance Your Quality of Life with a Customized TMJ Treatment Plan
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a condition that occurs when there is a problem with the TMJ, which are the joints that connect your jaw to your skull and are located below your ears. These joints help you move your jaw when you open your mouth, speak, and chew. If the TMJ becomes damaged, infected, or inflamed, it can cause symptoms such as difficulty opening your jaw, radiating pain, headaches, and soreness.
There are various ways to treat TMJ problems, depending on the cause of your pain and your individual situation. Treatment options may include minimizing jaw movement, using a custom mouthguard to prevent teeth clenching, corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation, prescription anti-inflammatory drugs, and in severe cases, surgery.
During your initial consultation and exam, we will discuss all of your treatment options and work with you to create a personalized TMJ treatment plan.
Common Questions About TMJ Treatment
If left untreated, TMJ problems are unlikely to resolve on their own. Inflammation of the jaw joints is often the root cause of TMJ pain, which is commonly triggered by habits such as clenching and teeth grinding. One effective treatment method involves creating a personalized mouthguard to prevent these behaviors and allow the jaw to recover.
