TMJ DISORDER

Feeling pain in your jaw? Limited movement or locking of the jaw?

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WHAT IS TMJ DISORDER? 

Our dentist in Southall can help alleviate the pain and discomfort caused by Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ Syndrome or TMD), which results from incorrect function of the muscles and joints that move the jaw and connect the lower jaw to the skull. If you suffer from TMJ, you may experience pain, limited jaw movement, and joint noise.

Factors such as misalignment of teeth or jaw, teeth grinding or clenching, poor posture, stress, arthritis, and injury to the teeth or jaws can cause TMJ. Thankfully, your dentist can often resolve TMJ symptoms with a removable appliance or splint. Reach out to our team today to learn how we can help you find relief from TMJ.

NEED TO KNOW

APPOINTMENTS

  • At least two appointments 
    • Your dentist will recommend the best treatment option at the consultation. If appropriate, they will take impressions for an appliance, such as a splint. They may also refer you to a dental specialist or physiotherapist.
    • If the dentist suggests a splint at the next visit, this will be fitted and adjusted.
    • Further appointments may be necessary for adjustments. 

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?

  • The consultation will take around 30 minutes; however, it is longer if impressions of the mouth are taken to fit a dental appliance
  • The fitting of the appliance usually takes around 30 minutes
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YOU MAY BE ASKED ABOUT

  • Your dental and medical history
  • The type of pain you’ve been experiencing and how long it for

BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT

No special preparation is needed.

AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT

  • You will need to follow the care instructions as recommended by your dentist
  • If you require a dental appliance, you may feel discomfort while adjusting to this.

QUICK TIP

Please keep track of the changes you notice after treatment; it will be amazing what difference it can make.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Learn more about some possible treatment options with your local Southall Dental practice. We recommend you book an appointment with a dentist to further discuss, this so they can provide expert advice on getting your mouth on track.

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