TMJ/TMD Treatment

Have you been diagnosed with temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ or TMD)? Problems in the jaw joint and surrounding tissues can cause pain and other symptoms that can impact your quality of life. If you are suffering from jaw and facial pain caused by TMJ, there are non-invasive solutions for relief.

Our dental team at The Smile Lounge offers TMJ and TMD treatment at our dental center in Grand Prairie. TMJ/TMD can be caused by a wide variety of issues. Genetics, missing teeth, jaw misalignment, bruxism and other factors can contribute to temporomandibular joint disorders, or there may be no known cause. People with TMJ often have jaw or facial pain – the area around the jaw and cheek may be tender.

Other symptoms can include popping/clicking sounds in the jaw, headaches, locking jaw, neck pain and earaches. In some cases, orthodontic or dental treatments can restore better jaw alignment and offer relief for patients with TMD. Another option is using an oral appliance to relieve pressure on the jaw joint to offer relief.