TMJ/TMD Treatment

What is TMJ/TMD?

Problems with your jaw, face, neck, and the muscles that control them are known as temporomandibular disorders (TMD, sometimes referred to as TMJ).

Symptoms of TMJ/TMD

• Pain or tenderness in your face, jaw joint area, neck and shoulders, and in/around the ear when chewing or speaking
• Jaws that get stuck, or locked, in the open or closed-mouth position
• Clicking, popping, or grating sounds in the jaw joint when you open or close your mouth
• Migraines and headaches
• Trouble chewing or a sudden uncomfortable bite

How TMJ/TMD is Treated

• Medications
• A splint or night guard
• Dental work
• Ultrasound & other treatment options