TMJ-TMD Treatment
Temporomandibular disorder (TMJ, TMJD or TMD) affects the temporomandibular joint, an area that includes the hinge jaw joint (the bridge for the lower jaw or mandible) and the temporal bone of the skull located in front of each ear, the muscles surrounding the jaw and the jaw itself.
This area of the face contributes to chewing, bite (occlusion) and jaw movement. Therefore, TMJ disorder compromises jaw flexibility and may cause pain at rest or during common movements such as talking, chewing and yawning.
The pain and discomfort caused by TMJ disorder may be severe, can be either intermittent or constant and may last for many years.
Dr Von Bulow has TMJ-TMD training from the Dawson Center in St. Petersburg, Florida and the Kois Center in Seattle, Washington.
TMJ – TMD concerns
You or someone you know have probably experienced TMJ symptoms like:
- Facial pain
- Toothache without any evidence of decay or infection
- Neck or shoulder aches
- Soreness near the ear on opening or closing
- A sensing that you’ve been grinding or clenching your teeth
- A burning sensation in your mouth
- Clicking or popping noises as you open and close your mouth
- A restricted range of motion on moving your jaw
A conversation and a thorough dental examination are the first steps toward finding solutions.
