TMJ Treatment

If you experience jaw pain, face pain, or suffer from unexplained headaches, you may have a problem with your temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The joint that controls the motions of your mouth is extremely powerful and very complex. Stress on the joint, caused by malocclusion, a misaligned bite, can be bothersome and painful. Problems with your TMJ can lead to many other disorders that are seemingly unrelated to your jaw.

Some of the signs and symptoms of TMJ disorders include:

• Headaches
• Unexplained pain in the face, jaw, or teeth
• Clicking or popping jaw
• Locking jaw
• Tension in the shoulders, upper back, and neck
• Chiropractic adjustments that do not last
• Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
• Numbness or tingling in the arms

Treatment options vary greatly depending on the underlying cause for the malocclusion and the severity of the pain and discomfort. Manhattan dentist Dr. Greta Richter will carefully evaluate what is causing the TMJ disorder and create a plan, starting with the most conservative options first. Contact Dr. Richter today.