TMJ Treatment

Your Temporomandibular Joint connects your lower jaw to your skull in front of your ear. TMJ disorder occurs when that joint is in pain. TMJ pain can not only have debilitating effects on your mouth and head, but the rest of your body as well. That’s why it is imperative that you get it checked at the first sign of continued pain or trauma. Luckily, your dentist in Hollywood, FL can effectively treat TMJ issues.

Consult with Dr. Freyberg to See If You Have TMJ

Signs of TMJ

While most people are unaware of what exactly causes their TMJ issues, there are some common signs that you might suffer from TMJ disorder. Those include:

Severe headaches
Chronic jaw pain
Lock jaw
Clicking in your jaw
Problems with biting or chewing
Popping sounds when you bite

Causes of TMJ

The symptoms of TMJ are debilitating and can greatly interfere with every day life. At Smile on Us, the health and well-being of out clients in Hollywood, FL are our #1 priority and that is why we offer TMJ treatment.

TMJ can be caused by a number of factors, including:

Periods of prolonged stress
Teeth grinding
Teeth misalignment

TMJ Treatments

Depending on the cause from TMJ, there are different treatment options out there. Wearing a custom mouth guard is the most popular as it prevents teeth grinding which is one of the most common causes of TMJ. Another popular option among dentists is teeth realignment. This involves correcting any sort of overbite or other type of misalignment your teeth may have. Not only will realignment help your TMJ, it also has cosmetic advantages as well.

If you find yourself suffering from TMJ disorder, you don’t have to suffer any longer. Call us today to learn about our treatment options.