Frequently Asked Questions
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Results vary depending on the treatment and the severity of your condition. Many patients see results in weeks, others may need ongoing care for long-term results.
Mild TMJ dysfunction may improve with rest and self care but chronic or severe symptoms need professional treatment. Delaying treatment can lead to more pain and complications.
Treatments range from custom mouthguards and physical therapy to medications and advanced therapies like injections or laser treatment. Your dentist will create a treatment plan based on the severity of your symptoms and the underlying cause of your condition.
TMJ disorders can be caused by jaw injury, teeth grinding, arthritis, or stress-related muscle tension. Some patients develop TMJ dysfunction after trauma to the jaw joint, others develop symptoms from misalignment or excessive stress on the joint.
TMJ symptoms are jaw pain, headaches, earaches, clicking in the jaw joint, and difficulty opening or closing your mouth. If you have any of these symptoms you need to see a dentist who specializes in TMJ / TMD Treatment.
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