Jaw pain, frequent headaches, or teeth grinding can be signs of a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. Your TM joints on either side of your head are responsible for the movement that allows you to open and close your mouth, making them crucial for eating, speaking, and more.
TMJ issues can arise from various factors, such as misaligned teeth leading to excessive grinding or direct problems with the joint itself. No matter the cause, we offer comprehensive, customized TMJ treatment in Brooklyn, NY, to help you find long-term relief and restore comfort to your daily life.
• Chronic jaw pain
• Jaw popping, locking, or stiffness
• Headaches or migraines
• Worn-down teeth
• Neck or back pain or stiffness
• Teeth grinding (bruxism)
• Malocclusion (misaligned bite)
• Earaches
At St. Marks Painless Dental, we understand how painful and disruptive TMJ disorder symptoms can be. That’s why we offer personalized treatment plans in Brooklyn, NY, designed to restore comfort to your daily life, improve your smile, and enhance your overall health. Common TMJ treatment options we provide include the following:
We may recommend a custom-made mouthguard or splint to avoid teeth grinding and clenching. These are often worn at night but can also be made for the daytime to protect your teeth whenever you clench or grind them.
Similar to a sports guard, these oral appliances form a barrier between your top and bottom teeth. Made specifically for you, they will fit snugly over your teeth. Each oral appliance protects your teeth while helping your jaw move more flexibly.
If your teeth are misaligned and affecting your bite, you have malocclusion. This can cause stress on your TM joints as your teeth try to come together properly. Orthodontics can be used to straighten your teeth and, as a result, your bite! This helps reduce or eliminate bruxism and the jaw pain associated with it.
As mentioned above, having malocclusion or a misaligned bite can cause undue stress on your jaw joints. Finding occlusal equilibrium can sometimes be as easy as altering a few tooth surfaces. We’ll help your teeth come together harmoniously in their rested state with an occlusal adjustment.
By strategically removing a small amount of tooth enamel in one or more areas of your mouth, we can reduce jaw pain and the grinding and clenching that’s causing it.
