TMJ Treatment

When jaw discomfort feels overwhelming, we want you to know that relief for TMJ is possible. At Corey + Then Dental Implants Periodontics Oral Surgery, we specialize in diagnosing and treating the root causes of jaw pain, helping you reclaim your comfort and quality of life.

How Treatment Improves Your Life

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder causes chronic jaw pain—and while it can be exhausting, finding the right treatment can be transformative. Our goal is to provide you with lasting relief from headaches and facial tension you may have been dealing with. Beyond pain relief, effective treatment restores your bite function; allowing you to talk, chew, and smile without hesitation or discomfort.

Addressing these issues early is also an investment in your long-term health. Proper treatment prevents future wear on your teeth. This protects the jaw joint from further damage and stops symptoms from worsening over time. Ultimately, we want to support your overall well-being, improving your posture, and helping you feel like yourself again.

How TMJ Treatment Works

We believe in a conservative, step-by-step approach to care. We start with the least invasive options and only consider more complex procedures if absolutely necessary.

Your journey to relief begins with a comprehensive, gentle evaluation. We take the time to listen to your symptoms and analyze your jaw movement to understand exactly what is causing your discomfort. We will assess your bite and, if needed, use advanced X-rays or MRI imaging to get a clear view of your joint health. This thorough process ensures we create a treatment plan tailored specifically to you.

For many of our patients, non-surgical therapies provide significant relief. We focus on relaxing the muscles and reducing inflammation to help your jaw heal naturally.

Custom Bite Splints: These oral appliances are designed to fit your teeth, preventing clenching and grinding while promoting jaw relaxation
Physical Therapy: Specialized exercises can strengthen your jaw muscles and improve your range of motion
Medications: We may recommend anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxants, or pain relievers to manage acute symptoms while other therapies take effect

Sometimes, the way your teeth fit together is the source of the problem. If a misaligned bite is contributing to your TMJ disorder, we may recommend bite correction. This can involve orthodontic adjustments or minor reshaping of the teeth to align your jaw properly, reducing strain on the joints and muscles.

Surgery is rarely our first choice, but for severe cases where non-surgical methods haven’t provided enough relief, it can be a path to lasting comfort. If your joint is damaged or structural issues are present, we may discuss options like arthroscopy or open-joint procedures. We will guide you through this decision with total transparency, ensuring you feel confident and informed every step of the way.

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Your jaw shouldn’t cause you to live with pain every day. If you’re ready for a change, we’re here to help. During your consultation, we will assess your symptoms with care, explain your options clearly, and guide you toward the relief you deserve. Take control of your TMJ symptoms and your comfort today.
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