TMJ Treatment / Teeth Grinding
Stop Your Teeth From Causing Pain
Feel Better With TMJ Treatment in New York
Living with TMJ pain can make every day feel like a challenge. Simple actions like eating, talking, or even yawning can trigger discomfort that impacts your quality of life. If you're dealing with jaw pain, headaches, or difficulty opening your mouth, you're not alone - and more important, you don't have to live with the pain. Here's how New York TMJ treatment can improve your life:
- You'll experience relief from chronic jaw pain, helping you enjoy daily activities without discomfort.
- Headaches and migraines related to TMJ often decrease or disappear completely after treatment.
- You'll be able to eat your favorite foods again without worrying about jaw pain or clicking.
- Treatment can prevent future dental problems caused by uneven jaw pressure and teeth grinding.
- You'll notice reduced muscle tension in your face, neck, and shoulders, improving your overall comfort.
Get a Custom Oral Appliance
An oral appliance made just for you can be a game-changer in managing your TMJ pain. We'll take detailed digital measurements of your mouth to create a comfortable device that fits perfectly over your teeth. This appliance will help position your jaw correctly while you sleep, reducing strain on your jaw joints and muscles.
Think of it as a protective guard that gives your jaw the chance to heal and recover. By wearing your appliance as recommended, you'll likely notice less jaw pain, fewer headaches, and reduced muscle tension. Many of our patients report improvement in their symptoms within just a few weeks of consistent use.
An appliance also prevents damage caused by teeth grinding, such as chips, cracks, and severe wear.
Understand Your TMJ Pain
TMJ pain can start for many reasons, including teeth grinding, jaw clenching, arthritis, or injury to your jaw. Even daily stress can cause you to tighten your jaw muscles without realizing it. Sometimes, having misaligned teeth or an uneven bite can put extra strain on your jaw joints.
Left untreated, TMJ problems can lead to chronic headaches, difficulty eating, and pain that spreads to your neck and shoulders. You might also notice clicking sounds when you open your mouth, ear pain, or trouble sleeping due to jaw discomfort.
Contact Mid-Manhattan Oral Surgery today for TMJ treatment in New York. Don't wait until your pain becomes a dental emergency.
Frequently Asked Questions About TMJ Treatment / Teeth Grinding
Does TMJ treatment work?
The key to relieving TMJ pain is easing pressure on your jaw. To do that, we can make you an appliance that gently moves your jaw into a position that keeps pressure off your jaw. The appliance also keeps you from clenching your jaw and grinding your teeth, two behaviors that trigger TMJ pain.
How long does TMJ treatment take?
There is no standard length for TMJ treatment. It depends on many factors, including the severity of your symptoms. Since a mouthguard not only relieves TMJ pain but also prevents damage to teeth caused by grinding, many patients make it a long-term addition to their bedtime routine.
What are the signs of a TMJ disorder?
Signs of a TMJ disorder may include jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds when chewing, difficulty opening the mouth completely, facial pain, headaches, and ear pain or ringing. Some people may also experience neck and shoulder pain or toothaches unrelated to dental problems. Also, your jaw may feel locked or stuck. If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to visit our practice for help.