Dr. Nathan Brown, General Dentist At Custom Dental of Guthrie

TMJ Treatment for a Healthier Jaw

Stop pain and discomfort from teeth grinding and jaw misalignment.

TMJ Treatment to Eliminate Jaw Pain

Many TMJ sufferers need to get fitted for a night guard or make significant lifestyle changes to stop jaw pain, shoulder pain, and discomfort around the neck and upper body. If you are experiencing TMJ symptoms, talk to Dr. Nathan Brown about TMJ treatment options. He may recommend a bite adjustment, oral devices or other therapies to restore jaw health and functioning.

Learn more about TMJ treatment and options for breaking the teeth grinding habit by scheduling your appointment with Dr. Brown today.

TMJ TREATMENTS WE OFFER

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TMJ Treatment

Traditional TMJ treatment typically includes getting fitted for a night guard and natural remedies, such as performing jaw exercises and breaking teeth clenching habits. In some cases, cortisone shots can help to relieve inflammation. Only a small number of patients require jaw surgery.

Teeth Grinding/Bruxism

If you have a bad habit of grinding or clenching your teeth unconsciously during the day or while sleeping (bruxism), you are at risk for wearing down the teeth and causing chronic jaw pain. We may fit you with a night guard to break these bad habits while sleeping. Being more aware of your habits during the day is the first step to breaking them.

Occlusal Adjustment

A bite adjustment may be necessary if you have a misaligned bite and are experiencing any type pain in the jaw. Dr. Brown can perform an occlusal adjustment to improve the functioning of the jaw and eliminate pain.

Botox®

In some cases we may recommend Botox® for TMJ treatment. If you are experiencing significant tightness and tenderness of the jaw and have difficulty opening your jaw wide, Botox® can release muscle tension in this area to restore mobility of the jaw. Many patients who get Botox® for TMJ treatment enjoy relief within a few days of treatment.