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Safeguard Your Smile With TMJ Treatment in Charlotte

If you’ve been putting up with jaw pain, or if you hear popping when you open and close your mouth, you could have TMJ problems. Our Charlotte TMJ treatment has helped many patients get relief. We can do the same for you using a simple oral appliance. It will:

Reduce or entirely eliminate your jaw pain
Lessen tension in your neck and shoulders
Make eating, talking, and yawning more comfortable
Stop destructive teeth grinding

Call Charlotte Dentistry today at 704-285-0846 to schedule an appointment. Get the help you need and deserve for your jaw problems!

Find Relief From Jaw Pain by Treating Your TMJ

Mouthguard Is Easy to Wear

If your temporomandibular joints (TMJs) become irritated or inflamed, they can cause a lot of pain. These complex joints make it possible to open and close your mouth for everyday activities like talking, eating, laughing, and even singing. Researchers aren’t certain of all the causes of TMJ dysfunction. However, it is proven that a custom oral appliance can relieve symptoms for many people.

Most patients find our professionally made TMJ device easy to get used to. It will fit comfortably in your mouth while you sleep. The oral appliance applies gentle pressure to move your lower jaw slightly forward. This will relieve tension on your jaw joints, reducing your discomfort.

Stop Dental Damage

Another benefit of our TMJ appliance is that it will help keep your teeth apart. As a result, you won’t grind them in your sleep, which you may be doing without knowing it. This means there is less potential for damage to your tooth enamel. You not only protect your smile, you save money by avoiding restorative dentistry to repair your teeth.

In addition to creating your custom appliance, we’ll also address any existing issues that resulted from teeth grinding. If damage is found during an exam, your dentist may recommend tooth fillings or dental crowns, depending on the extent of grinding-related issues.

Call our team today at 704-285-0846 if you need TMJ treatment in Charlotte. You can count on Charlotte Dentistry for help! If you’d like, you can schedule online.

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Common Questions About TMJ Treatment / Teeth Grinding

How do mouthguards help TMJ?

While the exact cause of TMJ disorders is unknown, many people who suffer from this painful ailment clench their jaws and/or grind their teeth. These habits, often caused or exacerbated by stress, in many cases take place while you are sleeping. Wearing a custom mouthguard at night gently positions your jaw in a way that prevents these behaviors and facilitates the healing of your TMJ.

What are the signs of a TMJ disorder?

Signs of a TMJ disorder may include jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds when chewing, difficulty opening the mouth completely, facial pain, headaches, and ear pain or ringing. Some people may also experience neck and shoulder pain or toothaches unrelated to dental problems. Also, your jaw may feel locked or stuck. If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to visit our practice for help.

Is TMJ causing my headaches?

It’s possible, yes. Inflammation of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) can lead to pain in the surrounding muscles of the head and neck, which can be misinterpreted as migraines. By wearing a mouthguard, you can alleviate the pain caused by TMJ inflammation and potentially experience relief from headaches.