Temporomandibular Disorders or TMD, involve issues with the temporomandibular joint, which connects your jawbone to your skull. TMD is generally caused by problems with jaw muscles or the muscles controlling jaw movement.

Trauma to the jaw or head, degenerative joint diseases like osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis or improper bite or misalignment are other main reasons. Stress is another major factor leading to teeth grinding or clenching (bruxism).

Our treatment protocols include: Ice packs, soft food diet, and avoiding extreme jaw movements. We combine medications, such as pain relievers, anti-inflammatories, and muscle with exercises to strengthen and stretch jaw muscles.

We often make patients splints to reduce teeth grinding and employ stress management techniques in tandem.